One Bowl Easy Zucchini Bread

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February 27, 2026

One Bowl Easy makes baking simple and stress free. You mix everything in one bowl, skip the mixer, and still get a soft, moist loaf. Fresh zucchini melts into the batter and creates a tender crumb with warm cinnamon flavor.


Why Youโ€™ll Love This Recipe

  • One bowl, easy cleanup
  • Moist and tender texture
  • Simple pantry ingredients
  • No mixer required
  • Perfect for beginners

Preparation and Cooking Time

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50โ€“55 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 cups grated zucchini (lightly squeezed)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ยพ cup granulated sugar
  • ยฝ cup brown sugar
  • ยฝ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ยฝ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ยฝ teaspoon salt

Optional: ยฝ cup chocolate chips or chopped walnuts


Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ยฐF. Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. Add eggs, sugars, oil, and vanilla to a large bowl. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Stir in grated zucchini.
  4. Add flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt directly to the bowl.
  5. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in optional mix-ins.
  7. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  8. Bake 50โ€“55 minutes. Insert a toothpick into the center. It should come out clean.
  9. Cool 10 minutes in pan. Transfer to wire rack.

One Bowl Easy Zucchini Bread stays soft because zucchini adds natural moisture.


Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with butter or cream cheese. Pair with coffee, tea, or a glass of milk.


Quick Tips or Variations

  • Add nutmeg for deeper spice flavor.
  • Replace half the oil with applesauce.
  • Sprinkle coarse sugar on top before baking.

FAQs

Why is my zucchini bread dense?

Overmixing or too much flour can make the loaf dense. Stir gently and measure carefully.

Do you squeeze zucchini before adding it?

Yes. Lightly squeeze excess moisture but keep some for tenderness.

Can I make zucchini bread without a mixer?

Yes. This recipe uses one bowl and a whisk or spoon.

How do you store zucchini bread?

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze up to 3 months.


Conclusion

One Bowl Easy Zucchini Bread delivers soft texture and classic flavor with minimal effort. Bake it once, and enjoy simple homemade comfort anytime.

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  • Author: Laura Jennings
  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (8 slices) 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

One Bowl Easy Zucchini Bread that bakes soft, moist, and tender with simple ingredients.


Ingredients

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2 cups grated zucchini (lightly squeezed)

2 cups all-purpose flour

3/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/2 cup vegetable oil

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1/2 teaspoon salt


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350ยฐF and grease loaf pan.

2. Whisk eggs, sugars, oil, and vanilla.

3. Stir in zucchini.

4. Add dry ingredients to same bowl.

5. Stir gently until combined.

6. Fold in optional mix-ins.

7. Pour into pan.

8. Bake 50-55 minutes.

9. Cool before slicing.

Notes

Lightly squeeze zucchini.

Do not overmix batter.

Store airtight up to 3 days.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 290
  • Sugar: 23g
  • Sodium: 210mg
  • Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

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