Maple pecan zucchini bread combines the sweetness of maple syrup, the crunch of pecans, and the moisture and nutrition of added zucchini. It makes the perfect fall snack, breakfast, or less sweet dessert.
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Cook Time50 minutesmins
Total Time1 hourhr5 minutesmins
Servings: 10slices
Calories: 309kcal
Ingredients
1.5cups(220g)finely grated zucchini, do not drain liquid
½cup(156g)maple syrup
¼cup(54g)brown sugar
½cup(100g)vegetable oil
2largeeggs
1teaspoonvanilla extract
2cups(240g)all-purpose flour
1teaspoonbaking soda
½teaspoonbaking powder
1teaspooncinnamon
½teaspoonsalt
¼teaspoonnutmeg
½cup(56g)chopped pecans
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease one 9x5 loaf pan (or line with parchment paper) and set aside.
In a large bowl, add finely grated zucchini (including any excess liquid), maple syrup, brown sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until evenly combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg. Add to wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Add pecans and stir until incorporated.
Pour into prepared loaf pan. Bake for about 48 to 55 minutes, OR until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean/with dry crumbs, or bread reaches 200 to 205 degrees Fahrenheit in the center (baking times will vary based on your oven and type of pan used).
Allow bread to cool completely on the counter before removing from pan and slicing.
Leftover zucchini bread will keep in a tightly sealed container at room temperature for 3 to 4 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 7 days. If your bread is very moist/wet, I recommend refrigerating.
Zucchini bread can be frozen for up to 6 months. Tightly wrap in plastic wrap/foil and store in a freezer safe bag or container. Thaw on the counter top for 1 to 3 hours.