Zucchini Bread

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups zucchini (loosely packed, coarsely grated (1 to 2 zucchini))
• 6 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons butter (melted and cooled)
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Prepare the zucchini by pressing through cheesecloth to remove excess moisture.

3. 3

   In a medium bowl, mix together vegetable oil, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.

4. 4

   In a separate large bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger (if using), flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

5. 5

   Combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients, folding until just combined. Do not overmix.

6. 6

   Gently fold in grated zucchini until evenly distributed.

7. 7

   Pour batter into prepared loaf pan, spreading evenly.

8. 8

   Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few crumbs attached.

9. 9

   Allow bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

10. 10

    Slice and serve. Enjoy your homemade zucchini bread!