Description
Savory Cheddar Jalapeño Zucchini Bread is a delicious and moist bread that combines the flavors of cheddar cheese and jalapeños with the freshness of zucchini.
Ingredients
- 2 cups grated zucchini (about 2 medium zucchinis)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini and salt. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture, then squeeze out the liquid using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- In a separate mixing bowl, combine the eggs, vegetable oil, milk, and apple cider vinegar. Whisk until well blended.
- Add the squeezed zucchini, shredded cheddar cheese, diced jalapeños, and optional cilantro to the wet ingredients. Stir until combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top is browning too quickly, cover it loosely with aluminum foil during the last 10-15 minutes of baking.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add more jalapeños or include diced serrano peppers.
- Substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg