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Cozy Snickerdoodle Zucchini Bread Recipe with Easy Cinnamon Sugar Crust

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A cozy snickerdoodle zucchini bread with a crisp cinnamon sugar crust that delivers moist, tender bread with a comforting flavor twist. Perfect for cozy mornings or afternoon tea.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1½ cups shredded zucchini, squeezed dry
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for crust)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for crust)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray and line with parchment paper if desired.
  2. Shred 1½ cups of zucchini using a box grater or food processor. Place shredded zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon baking soda, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  4. In a large bowl, beat ½ cup softened unsalted butter with ¾ cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes with an electric mixer.
  5. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently to combine. Fold in the shredded zucchini until just combined.
  7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan. Mix 2 tablespoons granulated sugar with 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon and sprinkle over the top of the batter.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Cover loosely with foil if the crust browns too quickly.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

Squeeze excess moisture from shredded zucchini to avoid soggy bread. Use room temperature eggs and butter for better texture. Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the bread tender. Cover with foil if the cinnamon sugar crust browns too quickly. Lining the pan with parchment paper helps with easy removal.

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