Green Onion Zucchini Cheddar Quick Bread
Green Onion Zucchini Cheddar Quick Bread is a delightful twist on traditional quick bread that combines the savory flavors of sharp cheddar cheese, fresh green onions, and moist zucchini. This easy-to-make recipe yields a fluffy loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or as a side dish to your favorite soup. With its unique flavor profile and nutritious ingredients, this quick bread is sure to impress family and friends alike. Whether served warm with butter or used as a sandwich base, it’s a versatile addition to any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups shredded zucchini
- 2 cups plain white flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp table salt
- 1 cup milk (2%, whole, or nonfat)
- 1 tbsp white or apple cider vinegar
- 1 large egg
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 2 chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Shred the zucchini and remove excess moisture by squeezing it in a kitchen towel.
- In one bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, whisk together milk, vinegar, egg, and melted butter.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Fold in the grated cheddar cheese and chopped green onions.
- Transfer the batter to a greased loaf pan and bake for about 60 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cooling for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg