Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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20
servings
3 unit

eggs

2 cup

white sugar

1 cup

vegetable oil

2 tsp

vanilla extract

2 cup

grated zucchini

grated

1 cup

chopped walnuts

chopped

1 cup

semisweet chocolate chips

1 tbsp

orange zest

zest

3 cup

all-purpose flour

sifted

0.25 tsp

baking powder

1 tsp

baking soda

1 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

ground cinnamon

ground

1 tsp

ground nutmeg

ground

Step 1
~6 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2
~6 min

Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~6 min

In a large bowl, beat eggs until light and fluffy.

Step 4
~6 min

Add sugar and continue beating until well blended.

Step 5
~6 min

Stir in oil, vanilla, zucchini, walnuts, chocolate chips, and orange zest.

Step 6
~6 min

Blend in the sifted dry ingredients.

Step 7
~6 min

Turn batter into two greased 9 x 5 inch loaf pans.

Step 8
~6 min

Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9
~6 min

Remove loaves from pans and cool completely.

Step 10
~6 min

Chill before slicing and serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra moistness, add 1/4 cup of applesauce.

Toast walnuts before chopping to enhance their flavor.

Don't overmix the batter to avoid tough bread.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream.

Pair with a cup of coffee or tea.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cream cheese
Butter

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular quick bread often made during zucchini season.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Fall harvest celebrations

Occasion Tags

Brunch
Afternoon Tea
Holiday Baking

Popularity Score

70/100

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