Should I squeeze the liquid out of the zucchini?

This recipe does not say to drain the zucchini, so use it as grated. If your zucchini is unusually watery, a very light squeeze is fine, but avoid removing too much moisture or the bread can turn dry.

Can I leave out the raisins or nuts?

Yes. Both are listed as optional, so you can omit either or both without changing the base recipe.

How do I know when the bread is done?

Bake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, which should be about 1 hour at 325°F.

Can I make this into muffins instead of a loaf?

Yes. Divide the batter into a lined or greased muffin pan and bake at a similar temperature, starting to check for doneness much earlier, usually around 18 to 25 minutes.

How should I store zucchini bread?

Once fully cooled, store it wrapped or in an airtight container at room temperature for a couple of days, or refrigerate for longer storage. It also freezes well when wrapped tightly.

Why should I avoid overmixing the batter?

Overmixing can make quick bread tough and dense. Stir only until the ingredients are blended, especially after adding the flour.

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Zucchini Bread

Name: Zucchini Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 1 loaf
Cuisine: North American
Ingredients: 2 eggs; 1 cup white sugar; 1 cup oil; 2 teaspoons The Spice House vanilla extract; 2 cups grated zucchini; 3 cups flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 2 teaspoons The Spice House cinnamon; 1/2 cup raisins (optional); 1 cup nuts (optional); 1/2 teaspoon salt

We received this recipe from one of our customers at the Milwaukee Spice House.

Submitted by: Kate Erd from Milw, wi
Yield: 1 loaf

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2 eggs
1 cup white sugar
1 cup oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups grated zucchini
3 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 cup raisins (optional)
1 cup nuts (optional)
1/2 teaspoon salt

Preparation Instructions:

Mix together eggs,sugar, oil,and vanilla. Add remainder of the ingredients mix until blended, do not over mix.
Bake at 325 for one hour or until toothpick comes out clean.

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Adding a rip banana improves, will not harm it.

You can substitute apple pie spice or pumpkin pie spice for the cinnamon.

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Cheryl H

I often use yellow squash, butternut squash or even cucumbers as a substitute for the zucchini (with our without nuts, I also include dried cranberries or raisins). Try it! I think you’ll like the variations and get more fruits and vegetables into the little ones.

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