Moist and Delicious Cinnamon Swirl Zucchini Bread
Indulge in the delightful experience of Moist and Delicious Cinnamon Swirl Zucchini Bread, a perfect blend of garden-fresh zucchini and aromatic cinnamon sugar. This easy-to-make recipe yields a tender loaf that’s ideal for breakfast, dessert, or as a cozy afternoon snack. With its irresistible flavor and moist texture, this zucchini bread is sure to become a family favorite. Serve it warm with coffee or top it with cream cheese for an extra delicious treat. Whether you’re hosting guests or enjoying a quiet moment at home, this cinnamon swirl zucchini bread is the ultimate comfort food!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup finely shredded zucchini
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- For the cinnamon swirl: 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 Tablespoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×5 loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded zucchini, eggs, vegetable oil, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract until well mixed.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves).
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture; stir gently until combined—do not overmix.
- Prepare the cinnamon swirl mixture by combining sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared pan; sprinkle half of the cinnamon mixture on top. Add remaining batter and finish with the rest of the cinnamon swirl mixture.
- Use a knife to create a swirl effect through the batter.
- Bake for 60–65 minutes or until golden brown; check doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg