Zucchini Bread Muffins
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Zucchini Bread Muffins
Description
The recipe combines sugar, oil, and eggs as a base, integrating coarsely grated zucchini which provides moisture and subtle vegetal flavor. Vanilla extract deepens the aroma. Leavening agents baking soda and baking powder create lift, while cinnamon adds warmth. Flour is folded gently to avoid overmixing for a tender crumb.
Optional pecans or walnuts contribute crunch and nutty flavor, while coarse sugar sprinkled on top adds texture after baking at 375°F for around 20 minutes. The muffins emerge light with a soft crumb and slightly crisp top.
Suitable as a breakfast treat or snack, these muffins make good use of zucchini while maintaining classic quick bread flavors. They balance mild sweetness, spice, and moistness without being heavy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil (or sub with canola oil)
- 2 large egg
- 1 cup zucchini coarsely grated
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup pecans optional, or walnuts, chopped
- coarse sugar optional, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Line 12 muffin cups with paper liners. Set aside. In a large bowl, stir together sugar, oil and eggs. Add zucchini and vanilla extract; stir to combine. Sprinkle baking soda, baking powder and salt over top. Stir until well blended. Stir in flour and cinnamon; be careful not to over-mix. Fold in chopped nuts.
- Divide batter evenly among prepared muffin cups. Sprinkle coarse sugar on top.
- Bake for about 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in a muffin comes out clean.
Notes
- No need to drain zucchini; its natural moisture helps keep muffins moist.
- Adding spices like nutmeg, cloves, allspice, or ginger can enhance warmth and complexity.
- Raisins or chocolate chips can be folded in place of nuts for variation.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12muffins
Amount Per Serving
Calories 246 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1muffin | |
| Calories | 246kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 27mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 248mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 91mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 63IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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