Cheesy Zucchini Bread: A Delightfully Savory Treat
Enjoy a delightfully savory treat with this Cheesy Zucchini Bread, featuring a blend of cheddar cheese, chives, and tender zucchini. It's a quick and easy quick bread perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- 9x5 inch loaf pan
- large bowl
- separate bowl
- whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Non-stick cooking spray
- toothpick
- cooling rack
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup buttermilk To make 1 cup buttermilk, mix 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice with milk. Alternatively, mix 1 cup milk with 1 3/4 teaspoons cream of tartar.
- 1 egg
- 0.25 cup melted butter
- 1.5 cups shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese Use extra sharp or aged cheddar for optimal flavor.
- 3 tablespoons chopped chives
- 1.5 cups shredded zucchini Excess water removed. Squeeze excess water from shredded zucchini using a flour-sack towel before adding to the batter.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x5 inch loaf pan by spraying it with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and salt. In a separate bowl, whisk the buttermilk and egg, then add the melted butter and whisk until fully combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined, being careful not to over-mix. Fold in the shredded cheese, zucchini, and chives.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan. Bake for approximately 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a cooling rack. Cool for an additional 5 minutes before serving.
Storage & Reheating
- Loaves can be frozen for later use. Warm slices in a microwave or toaster oven before serving.
Notes
To make buttermilk, mix 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice with milk, or 1 3/4 teaspoons cream of tartar with 1 cup milk. Ensure zucchini is well-drained to prevent a soggy loaf. For best flavor, use aged cheddar. You can also add extra cheese and chives on top and broil briefly. This bread freezes well and can be reheated in a microwave or toaster oven.