This classic zucchini bread is incredibly moist, warmly spiced with cinnamon, and loaded with grated zucchini and crunchy walnuts. It’s the perfect way to use up summer zucchini and makes two generous loaves that disappear fast — even kids love it! Freezer-friendly, great for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, and it stays fresh in the refrigerator for weeks.
Why You’ll Love This Zucchini Bread
- Super moist thanks to fresh zucchini and oil
- Warm cinnamon flavor in every bite
- Easy one-bowl mixing method
- Makes two loaves — perfect for sharing or freezing
- Kid-approved and great for lunchboxes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 40–60 minutes
Yield: 2 loaves (8 x 4 inch / 20 x 10 cm pans)
Ingredients:
3 cups/360g all purpose/plain flour
1 teaspoon/5g salt
1 teaspoon/5g baking soda
1 teaspoon/5g baking powder
3 teaspoons/8g ground cinnamon
3 eggs
1 cup/250ml vegetable oil
2 1/4 cups/240g white sugar
3 teaspoons/15ml vanilla extract
2 cups/350g grated zucchini
1 cup/125g chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon/5g salt
1 teaspoon/5g baking soda
1 teaspoon/5g baking powder
3 teaspoons/8g ground cinnamon
3 eggs
1 cup/250ml vegetable oil
2 1/4 cups/240g white sugar
3 teaspoons/15ml vanilla extract
2 cups/350g grated zucchini
1 cup/125g chopped walnuts
Preheat oven to 325F/165C/Gas 3
Grease and flour two 8 x 4 inch/20 x 10cm pans. Sift flour, salt, baking powder, soda, and cinnamon together in a bowl.
Beat eggs, oil, vanilla, and sugar together in a large bowl. Add sifted ingredients to the creamed mixture, and beat well. Stir in zucchini and nuts until well combined. Pour batter into prepared pans.
Bake for 40 to 60 minutes, or until tester inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pan on rack for 20 minutes. Remove bread from pan, and completely cool.Today is Zucchini Bread day!
Storage Tips
- Room temperature: Up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- Refrigerator: Keeps well for up to 2–3 weeks.
- Freezer: Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil — freezes beautifully for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
Serving SuggestionsEnjoy plain, with a pat of butter, cream cheese, or a drizzle of honey. It also toasts wonderfully for breakfast! This zucchini bread is a timeless favorite — moist, flavorful, and impossible to eat just one slice. Have you made zucchini bread before? Do you add chocolate chips, raisins, or keep it classic with walnuts? Share your favorite variations in the comments!
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