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Savory Zucchini Bread with Cheddar & Jalapeños Recipe

Savory Zucchini Bread with Cheddar & Jalapeños Recipe You’ll Love

This Savory Zucchini Bread with Cheddar & Jalapeños is an easy, veggie-packed delight that the whole family will enjoy!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour can substitute with gluten-free flour blend
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 cup Buttermilk or milk mixed with vinegar or lemon juice
  • 0.5 cups Butter melted and cooled or substitute with oil
  • 1 large Egg or use a flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 medium Zucchini grated and drained
For the Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese shredded, can substitute with pepper jack
  • 0.5 cups Jalapeños diced, use fewer for milder version

Equipment

  • Loaf Pan
  • Grater
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. Grate the zucchini, place it in a kitchen towel over a strainer, and let sit for 10 minutes to drain excess moisture.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, mix together the buttermilk, melted butter, and beaten egg until well combined.
  5. Combine the wet and dry ingredients gently until just mixed.
  6. Fold in the drained zucchini, cheddar cheese, and jalapeños carefully.
  7. Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. After baking, let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For best results, ensure to remove excess liquid from zucchini and use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter.

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