Description
This Green Onion Zucchini Cheddar Quick Bread is a savory delight packed with flavors of sharp cheddar cheese, fresh green onions, and shredded zucchini. It’s a perfect accompaniment to soups, salads, or enjoyed on its own.
Ingredients
Shredded Zucchini:
1 1/2 cups
Plain White Flour:
2 cups
Baking Powder:
2 tsp
Baking Soda:
1/2 tsp
Table Salt:
1/2 tsp
Milk:
1 cup (2%, whole, or nonfat)
White or Apple Cider Vinegar:
1 tbsp
Large Egg:
1
Unsalted Butter, melted:
3 tbsp
Sharp Cheddar Cheese, grated:
1 1/2 cups
Chopped Green Onions:
2
Instructions
- Prepare Baking Pan and Zucchini
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9 x 5 inch bread pan with non-stick spray. Wrap the shredded zucchini in a paper towel and gently squeeze out some excess liquid. - Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix thoroughly. - Create Buttermilk and Mix Wet Ingredients
Combine milk and vinegar in a small bowl. Whisk in melted butter and egg until smooth. - Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures
Add the milk mixture to the flour mixture. Gently fold together. - Add Zucchini, Cheese, and Green Onions
Fold in zucchini, cheddar cheese, and green onions until evenly distributed. - Bake and Cool the Bread
Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about an hour. Let cool before slicing.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider adding cracked black pepper to the batter.
- This bread pairs well with soups, salads, or as a standalone snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Zucchini Cheddar Bread, Savory Quick Bread, Green Onion Bread
