Luscious Zucchini Sour Cream Bread
Indulge in this delightful Luscious Zucchini Sour Cream Bread, a deliciously moist and richly flavored quick bread that elevates the humble zucchini into a star ingredient. Baked to perfection, it boasts a balance of sweetness and spices while enveloping your taste buds with creamy goodness. Fresh out of the oven, it’s utterly aromatic and satisfying, yet it shines when chilled or warmed with a pat of butter melting atop. This versatile bread can be cut into generous slices for a heartwarming treat, stored in the fridge as a refreshing snack, or even frozen for later enjoyment. Perfect for gifting, especially in mini loaf form, this bread is adaptable—consider mixing in chocolate chips or experimenting with your favorite nuts or dried fruits. Each bite brings comfort and joy—a true seasonal favorite that showcases the vibrant flavors of summer. Ideal for brunch, afternoon tea, or simply as a quick bite on the go, this recipe will surely become a staple in your home.
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Servings
220
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
flour
3 cups (sifted (try 2 cups white flour and 1 cup whole wheat))
toasted wheat germ
1 tablespoon (optional)
cinnamon
1 teaspoon
salt
1 teaspoon
baking soda
1 teaspoon
baking powder
1/4 teaspoon
eggs
3
brown sugar
1 cup
white sugar
1 cup
oil
1 cup (neutral oil such as corn or soy (or use half oil and half applesauce))
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (pure)
zucchini
2 cups (shredded and squeezed to remove excess liquid)
nuts
1 cup ((or raisins, or a mix of both))
light sour cream
1/2 cup (or plain yogurt)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2
Grease and flour two standard bread loaf pans (or four mini loaf pans, if you're gifting them).
3
In a large bowl, sift together the flour(s), toasted wheat germ (if using), cinnamon, salt, baking soda, and baking powder until well combined.
4
In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, brown sugar, white sugar, and oil until smooth and well incorporated.
5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg mixture, mixing gently until just combined.
6
Fold in the sour cream and pure vanilla extract, blending until smooth.
7
Carefully incorporate the shredded zucchini, followed by the nuts, raisins, or any optional add-ins you prefer.
8
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pans.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes for regular loaves, or 50 to 60 minutes for mini loaves, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
10
Once baked, allow the loaves to cool in the pans for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
11
Slice, serve, and enjoy your delicious zucchini bread!
Nutrition Information
8.8g
Fat
32g
Carbs
3.6g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Luscious Zucchini Sour Cream Bread?
It is a deliciously moist and richly flavored quick bread that elevates the humble zucchini into a star ingredient with a balance of sweetness and spices.
At what temperature should I preheat the oven?
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
How many loaf pans does this recipe require?
The recipe makes two standard bread loaf pans or four mini loaf pans.
How should I prepare the loaf pans?
Grease and flour the pans before pouring in the batter.
What dry ingredients need to be sifted together?
Sift together the flour, toasted wheat germ if using, cinnamon, salt, baking soda, and baking powder.
What type of flour is recommended?
The recipe suggests 3 cups of flour, ideally using 2 cups of white flour and 1 cup of whole wheat flour.
Is toasted wheat germ required?
No, the 1 tablespoon of toasted wheat germ is an optional ingredient.
How many eggs are used in this bread?
This recipe requires 3 eggs.
What types of sugar are included?
The bread uses 1 cup of brown sugar and 1 cup of white sugar.
What kind of oil should I use?
Use 1 cup of neutral oil such as corn or soy oil.
Can I reduce the amount of oil?
Yes, you can use half oil and half applesauce to reduce the fat content.
How should I mix the wet and dry ingredients?
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the egg and sugar mixture, mixing gently until just combined.
When do I add the sour cream?
Fold in the sour cream and pure vanilla extract after the dry and wet ingredients are combined, blending until smooth.
Can I substitute the sour cream?
Yes, you can use 1/2 cup of plain yogurt instead of light sour cream.
How do I prepare the zucchini?
Shred 2 cups of zucchini and squeeze it to remove excess liquid before adding it to the batter.
What optional mix-ins can I add?
You can add 1 cup of nuts, raisins, chocolate chips, or your favorite dried fruits.
How long does a regular loaf bake?
Regular loaves bake for approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes.
How long do mini loaves bake?
Mini loaves take about 50 to 60 minutes to bake.
How can I tell if the bread is done?
Insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
How should the bread be cooled?
Allow the loaves to cool in the pans for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Can this zucchini bread be frozen?
Yes, it can be frozen for later enjoyment.
What is the best way to serve this bread?
It is delicious chilled or warmed with a pat of butter melting on top.
Is this recipe suitable for gifting?
Yes, it is perfect for gifting, especially when baked in mini loaf pans.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 220 calories.
How much protein is in a serving?
There are 3.6 grams of protein per serving.
How much fat is in each serving?
Each serving contains 8.8 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 32 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What kind of vanilla should I use?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract.
Does the bread have a specific aroma?
Fresh out of the oven, it is described as utterly aromatic and satisfying.
What category of food does this fall into?
It is categorized as a quick bread and a vegetable bread.