Description
Maple Pecan Zucchini Bread is a delightful twist on traditional zucchini bread, with the warm flavors of maple syrup and pecans adding a delicious sweetness and crunch. This moist and flavorful bread is perfect for breakfast, snacking, or dessert.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 cups grated zucchini (squeezed to remove excess moisture)
- 1 cup chopped pecans (toasted for extra flavor, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Prepare the Zucchini: Grate the zucchini and place it in a clean dish towel or cheesecloth. Squeeze out the excess moisture and set aside.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs, maple syrup, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Stir gently until just combined—do not overmix.
- Add Zucchini and Pecans: Fold in the grated zucchini and chopped pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Bake the Bread: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 60–70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the Bread: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice and serve plain or with a spread of butter for an extra indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60-70 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Maple Pecan Zucchini Bread, Zucchini Bread, Maple Pecan Bread, Sweet Bread, Baking, Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
