Zucchini Walnut Bread Recipe π
Overview:
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: 2 loaves
- Category: Quick Breads
- Keywords: Breads, Fruit, Vegetable, Nuts, Kid Friendly, Weeknight, Less than 4 Hours
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3 3/4 | Whole Wheat Flour |
| 1 1/3 | Honey |
| 1 | Eggs |
| 2 | Yoghurt |
| 1 | Lemon, zest of |
| 1 | Baking Powder |
| 1 | Baking Soda |
| 1/2 | Ground Cloves |
| 1 | Cinnamon |
| 1/2 | Ground Allspice |
| 1/2 | Zucchini |
| 1 3/4 | Walnuts |
| 2 | Whole Wheat Flour (for dusting) |
| Bran (for topping) |
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 320Β°F (160Β°C).
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Prepare Pans: Grease two 9 x 5-inch loaf pans and line the bottoms with wax paper for easy removal later.
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Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients:
- In a food processor, combine half of the 3 3/4 cups of whole wheat flour with the honey, eggs, yoghurt, lemon zest, baking powder, baking soda, cloves, allspice, and cinnamon.
- Blend until well combined.
- Gradually add in the remaining half of the whole wheat flour.
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Add Zucchini and Walnuts:
- Mix in the grated zucchini and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.
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Fold in Additional Flour:
- Gently fold in 2 tablespoons of whole wheat flour by hand. This helps ensure the batter is just the right consistency.
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Divide Batter:
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans.
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Top with Bran:
- Sprinkle the tops of the loaves with a generous amount of bran. This adds a delightful crunch and texture to the finished bread.
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Bake:
- Place the pans in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes, or until a tester inserted into the center comes out clean. The top should be beautifully golden.
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Cooling:
- Allow the zucchini walnut bread to cool in the pans for about 15 minutes. This helps it set and makes it easier to remove from the pans.
- Afterward, gently turn out the loaves onto a wire rack to cool completely.
Serving Suggestions:
- Enjoy a slice of this moist and flavorful zucchini walnut bread on its own, lightly toasted, or with a smear of butter or cream cheese.
- It makes a fantastic addition to breakfast or brunch spreads, and it’s a hit with both kids and adults alike!
Notes:
- This recipe yields 2 loaves, making it perfect for sharing or freezing one for later.
- Feel free to customize the recipe by adding in a handful of raisins or chocolate chips for extra sweetness and texture.
This Zucchini Walnut Bread is not only a delicious way to use up summer zucchini but also a wholesome treat that’s packed with fiber, protein, and a delightful blend of warm spices. So, roll up your sleeves, gather those ingredients, and let’s bake up some goodness together! π₯π°π
