Step by Step Guide to Making Zucchini Bread
Ingredients
1 ½ cups shredded zucchini (don’t squeeze it dry!)
¼ cup sliced green onions (optional but adds a zing)
2 large eggs
¾ cup sour cream
¼ cup melted butter (cooled slightly)
1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
Step by Step Directions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a standard loaf pan trust me, non-stick spray or a parchment liner saves you hassle.
Step 2: In a large bowl, combine zucchini, green onions (if using), eggs, sour cream, butter, and cheddar. Mix until creamy and luscious.
Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and baking powder. This keeps the dry ingredients evenly distributed.
Step 4: Gradually stir the dry mixture into the wet ingredients. Fold gently until no flour streaks remain don’t overmix!
Step 5: Pour the batter into your greased loaf pan. Smooth the top with a spatula. I sometimes sprinkle a bit of extra cheese on top for that golden crust.
Step 6: Bake for 50-60 minutes. Your kitchen will smell divine. Check for doneness with a toothpick clean means it’s done.
Step 7: Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack. Slicing it too soon ruins the texture, so be patient!