Gluten Free Classic Zucchini Bread

Total time1 hr 30 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time1 hr

Freshly shredded zucchini keeps this loaf incredibly moist, and squeezing out the excess moisture first means every slice holds together beautifully instead of turning gummy. Warm cinnamon and a touch of nutmeg give it that cozy, bakery-style flavor, while a handful of chopped walnuts adds a nice bit of crunch if you want it. The batter comes together in two bowls with basic pantry staples, then bakes up into a deep-golden top that springs back when you press it. Letting the loaf rest before slicing is the real trick here — the crumb sets up tender and sliceable rather than crumbly. It's an easy, satisfying loaf to bake on a weekend, and it fits neatly into a gluten free kitchen without sacrificing that classic zucchini bread texture everyone loves.

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Ingredients

10 servings

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
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Chef's tip
Choose a gluten-free baking blend labeled 1:1 or cup-for-cup and use the same amount. Almond and coconut flour won't work the same way.
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground nutmeg
2 large eggs
½ cup vegetable oil
¾ cup packed light brown sugar
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups shredded zucchini (from about 2 medium zucchini), excess moisture squeezed out
½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line the bottom with a strip of parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the two long sides for easy removal.
2
Shred the zucchini on the large holes of a box grater. Transfer to a clean kitchen towel or several layers of paper towels, wrap tightly, and squeeze firmly over the sink until no more liquid drips out. You should have about 2 cups of tightly packed shredded zucchini after squeezing.

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