Savory Zucchini Cheddar Bread 🥒🧀🍞✨
There’s something so comforting about the smell of warm, cheesy zucchini bread coming out of the oven—it feels like pure homemade goodness. Tender, savory, and perfect for any time of day.
Ingredients 🛒
- 1½ cups shredded zucchini (do not squeeze out moisture)
- ¼ cup sliced green onions (optional)
- 2 large eggs
- ¾ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup butter, melted and cooled
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions 👩🍳
- Prep oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a loaf pan.
- Mix wet: In a bowl, whisk eggs, sour cream, and melted butter until smooth.
- Add zucchini: Stir in shredded zucchini and green onions.
- Dry mix: In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Fold into wet mixture gently.
- Cheese: Stir in shredded cheddar until evenly distributed.
- Bake: Pour batter into loaf pan. Bake 45–50 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool & serve: Let loaf rest 10 minutes before slicing. Enjoy warm or room temperature.
Tips
- Extra indulgence: Sprinkle extra cheddar on top before baking for a cheesy crust.
- Variation: Add chopped herbs (dill, parsley) for freshness.
- Serving idea: Pair with soup, salad, or enjoy toasted with butter.
Details
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Bake Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: ~1 hour 5 minutes
- Kcal: ~220 per slice
Caption & Engagement
Caption: “Zucchini Cheddar Bread—warm, cheesy, and homemade comfort 🥒🧀🍞✨”
- Comment prompt: “Would you enjoy it plain or with butter?”
- Rotating closers: “Save for your next bake.” • “Tag a friend who loves savory bread.” • “Golden crust, tender cheesy inside.”