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Best Zucchini Cheddar Bread - Easy Zucchini Bread Recipes

Zucchini bread recipes have always held a special place in my kitchen. I like to think of them as the sneaky little tricksters of the baking world. You take a humble vegetable, grate it down, and suddenly it transforms into the most tender, golden loaf that tastes far more indulgent than it has any right to. I mean, who first looked at a zucchini and thought, 'Yep, let’s make bread out of this'? Whoever it was, I owe them a thank you. I’ve baked more healthy zucchini bread recipes than I can count, and every time I pull a loaf out of the oven, I feel that same cozy sense of comfort. The smell fills the kitchen—warm cheddar, a little earthy sweetness from the zucchini, and that toasty crust forming on top. It’s the kind of bread you slice when it’s still steaming because patience has left the building. No regrets. If you’re searching for zucchini recipes bread that’s hearty but not heavy, this one might just be the best zucchini bread recipe you’ll bake this season. It hits that balance: rich with sharp cheddar, yet light enough that you don’t feel weighed down. We all deserve recipes like this—where comfort meets flavor, and where vegetables get to play a surprisingly delicious leading role. Whether you call it zucchini bread or healthy zucchini bread, this loaf will win a permanent spot on your table.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American
Keywords: best zucchini bread recipe, healthy zucchini bread, healthy zucchini bread recipes, zucchini bread, zucchini bread recipes, zucchini recipes bread
Servings: 10 slices
Author: Elena

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 1/2 cups grated zucchini (squeezed of excess water)
  • 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, grated

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, and oregano.
  3. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, oil, and buttermilk until smooth.
  4. Add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in the grated zucchini and cheddar cheese. Don’t overmix.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.