Get ready to savor the delightful flavor combination of zucchini and orange in this simple yet incredibly moist and flavorful bread! Zucchini Orange Bread is a beloved classic that perfectly blends the subtle sweetness of zucchini with the vibrant zest of orange.
INGREDIENTS
For the Bread:
- 4 eggs
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup oil
- 2/3 cup orange juice
- 2 cups shredded unpeeled zucchini
- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons grated orange rind
- 2 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground clove
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons orange juice
DIRECTIONS
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour the bottoms only of two 8×4 or 9×5 loaf pans.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs until thick and light in color. Gradually add the sugar, beating until combined.
- Stir in the oil, orange juice, and shredded zucchini.
- Add the remaining bread ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pans.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the loaves cool for 10 minutes in the pans, then remove them and cool slightly on a wire rack.
- In a small bowl, mix the glaze ingredients together. Spread the glaze over the warm loaves.
- Allow the loaves to cool completely on the wire rack. Wrap tightly and store in the refrigerator.
