Moist and Delicious Cinnamon Swirl Zucchini Bread
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Moist and Delicious Cinnamon Swirl Zucchini Bread, a perfect blend of garden-fresh zucchini and warm cinnamon that creates a comforting, aromatic treat for any occasion. This easy-to-make recipe is not only versatile but also packed with nutrients, making it an ideal choice for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. With a sweet cinnamon sugar swirl adding extra flavor, each slice is moist and delicious, making it hard to resist. Whether paired with coffee in the morning or enjoyed as a dessert with ice cream, this zucchini bread is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup finely shredded zucchini
- 2 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
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon (for swirl)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for swirl)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×5 loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix shredded zucchini, eggs, vegetable oil, Greek yogurt, and vanilla until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and spices. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- For the cinnamon swirl, mix sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Layer half of the batter in the prepared pan, sprinkle half of the cinnamon mixture on top. Pour remaining batter over and top with the rest of the cinnamon mixture. Swirl gently.
- Bake for 60–65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg