Description
A tender and savory quick bread made with zucchini, sharp cheddar, and green onions, perfect for a snack or a side dish.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Zucchini, grated (about 1 and 1/2 cups packed) (Squeeze out excess moisture)
- 3-4 pieces Green onions, sliced (about 3 to 4, depending on size)
- 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (plus a little for the top if desired) (Use sharp for better flavor)
- 2 cups All purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.75 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder (optional) (Adds extra flavor)
- 2 pieces Eggs
- 0.75 cups Milk or buttermilk
- 0.33 cups Oil or melted butter (Use olive oil for a lighter option)
- 0.33 cups Plain Greek yogurt or sour cream (For tenderness)
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, milk or buttermilk, oil or melted butter, and Greek yogurt or sour cream.
- Stir the squeezed zucchini, sliced green onions, and shredded cheddar into the wet ingredients.
- Gently pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle additional cheddar on top if desired.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few crumbs.
- Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Serve warm with butter, alongside soup, or as a savory breakfast. This bread is versatile and pairs well with various dishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Side, Snack
- Cuisine: American