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Spiced Zucchini Bread with Brown Sugar

A moist and aromatic zucchini bread packed with spices that will envelop you in a warm and comforting hug.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup brown sugar Use packed light or dark brown sugar.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil Can substitute with your choice of cooking oil.
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups grated zucchini About 2 medium zucchinis.
Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Or use half whole wheat for added nutrition.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Optional Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts Such as walnuts or pecans; optional.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, granulated sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Stir in the grated zucchini until well mixed.
  4. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the zucchini mixture, mixing until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  6. If desired, fold in the chopped nuts for added texture.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Cooking
  1. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Serve warm with butter for an indulgent treat. Store at room temperature for about 3-4 days, or refrigerate to make it last longer.