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Moist Zucchini Orange Bread

Delicious Moist Zucchini Orange Bread You’ll Love to Share

This Moist Zucchini Orange Bread is a delightful combination of citrus and earthy zucchini, perfect for sharing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 large Eggs Provide structure and moisture.
  • 1 cup Sugar Consider using brown sugar.
  • cup Vegetable Oil Can substitute with canola or coconut oil.
  • ½ cup Orange Juice Freshly squeezed preferred.
  • 1 ½ cups Shredded Unpeeled Zucchini Squeeze out excess moisture.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free blend.
  • 1 ½ teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure freshness.
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure freshness.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Fine sea salt recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Grated Orange Zest Organic oranges suggested.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Can replace with nutmeg.
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground Cloves Nutmeg may also be substituted.
  • ½ cup Chopped Nuts (optional) Walnuts or pecans.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sift to avoid lumps.
  • 2-3 tablespoons Orange Juice Adjust for desired consistency.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Loaf pans
  • Mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 8x4-inch loaf pans with butter or cooking spray and lightly flour the insides.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat two large eggs with a mixer on medium speed for 2-3 minutes. Gradually add in the sugar and mix. Drizzle in ⅓ cup of vegetable oil and ½ cup of freshly squeezed orange juice, mixing until smooth.
  3. Fold in 1 ½ cups of shredded, unpeeled zucchini into the wet mixture.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 ½ teaspoons of baking powder, ½ teaspoon of baking soda, ½ teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon of ground cloves, and the grated zest of 1 orange.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pans and smooth the tops. Bake for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Allow the bread to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. For the glaze, combine 1 cup of sifted powdered sugar with 2-3 tablespoons of orange juice until smooth.
  9. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled loaves and allow to set before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Ensure to gently mix the wet and dry ingredients to avoid dense texture. Store properly for freshness.

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