Description
A moist and flavorful bread made with fresh zucchini and sharp cheddar cheese, perfect as a savory snack or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated zucchini
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini, sugar, vegetable oil, and eggs.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and oregano.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the zucchini mixture until just combined.
- Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a more savory flavor, consider adding chopped herbs like thyme or basil.
- This bread can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
- Serve warm or at room temperature with butter or cream cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg