Green Onion Zucchini Cheddar Quick Bread Recipe
This Green Onion Zucchini Cheddar Quick Bread is a savory and moist bread perfect for breakfast or a snack. Made with fresh zucchini, sharp cheddar cheese, and green onions, it combines savory flavors with a tender crumb. Quick to prepare and bake, it’s an excellent way to use up summer squash and enjoy a flavorful homemade bread without yeast or long rising times.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (approximately 8 slices) 1x
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 cup grated zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions (about 4–5 green onions)
Dairy
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Baking
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Grate the zucchini and chop the green onions finely. Use a kitchen towel to squeeze out excess moisture from the zucchini to avoid a soggy bread.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper to ensure even distribution.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add the milk and oil, mixing until well combined.
- Mix batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Fold in the grated zucchini, chopped green onions, and shredded cheddar until evenly incorporated. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
- Bake loaf: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a standard loaf pan and pour the batter in. Smooth the top evenly. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Be sure to remove excess moisture from zucchini to prevent a soggy bread texture.
- Use sharp cheddar for a robust flavor, but milder cheeses work well too.
- This bread can be served warm or at room temperature and pairs nicely with butter or soups.
- Storage: Keep covered at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to a week. It also freezes well.
Keywords: zucchini bread, savory quick bread, cheddar cheese bread, green onion bread, vegetable bread
