Zucchini Bread

Aug 18, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A loaf of zucchini bread on a wooden board, two thick slices cut to show the moist crumb

A moist vanilla zucchini bread featuring freshly shredded zucchini and warm vanilla bean paste, enriched with Greek yogurt for tenderness and topped with a crunchy cinnamon-sugar streusel.

Prep 20 min

Cook 60 min

Cooling 10 min

Total 1 hr 30 min

Yield 12 slices

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Ingredients

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2.0 cups (240.0 g)all-purpose flour
1.0 tsp (5.0 g)baking soda
½ tsp (2.5 g)baking powder
½ tsp (3.0 g)fine sea salt
½ cup (113.0 g)unsalted butter, softened
½ cup (120.0 g)plain Greek yogurt
¾ cup (150.0 g)light brown sugar, packed
2.0 (100.0 g)large eggs
1 ½ cups (170.0 g)shredded zucchini, packed
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)vanilla bean paste
2.0 tbsp (25.0 g)granulated sugar
1.0 tsp (2.5 g)ground cinnamon

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and fine sea salt.
In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and light brown sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated.
Add the plain Greek yogurt and vanilla bean paste to the wet ingredients, mixing until smooth.
Fold in the shredded zucchini gently until evenly distributed.
Add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients and fold just until combined; avoid overmixing for tender bread.
In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon for the streusel topping.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture evenly over the top.
Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Tips

To reduce moisture and prevent sogginess, lightly squeeze excess liquid from the shredded zucchini using a clean kitchen towel before adding.
Using vanilla bean paste adds visible specks and a richer vanilla flavor to contrast with the subtle zucchini taste.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make zucchini bread?

Plan on 20 minutes of prep and 1 hour of cooking, plus 10 minutes to rest. The recipe makes about 12 slices.

How should I store zucchini bread?

Wrap cooled bread tightly in plastic wrap or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days. Toast slices before serving for freshness.

Can I make zucchini bread ahead?

Bake the bread up to 2 days in advance and store properly to maintain moisture and flavor.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 tsp vanilla bean paste (5 ml). Each teaspoon of pure vanilla extract can be swapped for 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, the seeds of half a vanilla bean, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder. Paste and seeds add the classic dark specks.

A moist vanilla zucchini bread featuring freshly shredded zucchini and warm vanilla bean paste, enriched with Greek yogurt for tenderness and topped with a crunchy cinnamon-sugar streusel.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 12 servings this recipe makes.

219 Calories / serving

8.9g Fat

30.9g Carbs

4.3g Protein

15.3g Sugar

Whole recipe (12 servings): ~2628 cal · 107g fat · 371g carbs · 52g protein · 184g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 219 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 41 min·2.4 mi·~4800 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 30 min·1.5 mi·~3000 steps
Moderate cycling 22 min·4.4 mi
Swimming laps 31 min
Jogging 21 min·1.8 mi·~3350 steps
Stair climbing 20 min·~1800 steps
Dancing 36 min
Bodyweight circuit training 22 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 51 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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