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Irresistible Zucchini and Carrot Bread

This moist and tender zucchini and carrot bread features bright zesty flavors, warm spices, and a soft crumb. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry ingredients
  • 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour Sifted for lighter crumb if desired
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon Can substitute with nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg Optional
Wet ingredients
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Or use 3/4 cup for less sweetness
  • 2 large eggs Room temperature
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil Or mild olive oil
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt Or buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 lemon Or orange
Vegetables and mix-ins
  • 1 cup grated zucchini Packed, about 1 medium zucchini
  • 1 cup grated carrot Packed, about 2 medium carrots
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts Or pecans, optional
  • 1/3 cup raisins Or dried cranberries, optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. Grate the zucchini and carrot. Drain the zucchini in a clean towel to remove excess moisture.
Mixing
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the eggs with the sugar until pale. Add oil, yogurt, vanilla, and citrus zest, whisking until smooth.
  3. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  4. Gently fold in the grated zucchini, carrot, and any optional mix-ins.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  2. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Cooling
  1. Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before removing it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For a richer bread, consider adding nuts, seeds, or dried fruit. Make muffins by baking at the same temperature for 18-24 minutes.