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Orange Zucchini Bread Recipe: A Sweet Twist on Homemade Bread

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Orange Zucchini Bread combines the brightness of fresh orange with the natural sweetness and moisture of zucchini. This fragrant loaf is moist, tender, and versatile enough to enjoy as breakfast, snack, or dessert. With a refreshing citrus twist, it stands out among the best sweet bread recipes for home bakers.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups grated zucchini (about 2 medium, excess moisture squeezed out)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • ¼ cup fresh orange juice
  • Optional: chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or dried cranberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment.
  2. Prepare Zucchini: Grate zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture with a towel.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, beat sugar, oil, eggs, vanilla, orange zest, and juice until smooth.
  5. Combine: Gently fold dry mixture into wet until just combined. Stir in zucchini and optional add-ins. Do not overmix.
  6. Bake: Pour batter into pan. Bake 50–60 minutes, or until toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool & Serve: Let cool 10 minutes in pan before removing. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Drain zucchini well to avoid soggy bread.
  • Fresh orange zest and juice add the brightest flavor.
  • Do not overmix batter; it may cause dense texture.
  • Add an orange glaze with powdered sugar and juice for extra sweetness.
  • Variations: white chocolate chips, dried cranberries, or spiced versions with nutmeg and cloves.
  • Storage: 3–4 days at room temp, 1 week refrigerated, or freeze up to 2 months.

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