Description
Cinnamon Streusel Topped Zucchini Bread is a delightful treat that combines the warm, aromatic flavors of cinnamon with the moistness of fresh zucchini. This bakery-style loaf is perfect for any occasion, whether enjoyed as a breakfast item, an afternoon snack, or a sweet dessert. The addition of a crunchy cinnamon streusel topping elevates this loaf to new heights, making each slice not only delicious but visually appealing. Easy to customize with nuts or chocolate chips, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends alike. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, even novice bakers will find success in creating this irresistible bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 and 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups grated zucchini, squeezed dry
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, combine sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until well mixed.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in the grated zucchini and optional nuts.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan.
- For the streusel topping: In a small bowl, mix flour, sugars, cinnamon, and cold butter until crumbly; sprinkle on top of the batter.
- Bake for about 50–60 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for ten minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg