Zucchini Bread with Coconut
	
		A moist and flavorful zucchini bread with a tropical twist from shredded coconut. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
	 
	
		
							- Author: sarra
 
							- Prep Time: 15 minutes
 
							- Cook Time: 55 minutes
 
							- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
 
							- Yield: 1 loaf (8-10 slices) 1x
 
							- Category: Baking
 
							- Method: Baking
 
							- Cuisine: American
 
							- Diet: Vegetarian
 
					
	 
	
		
		
			
- 2 cups grated zucchini (about 2 medium zucchini)
 
- 1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut
 
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
 
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
 
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
 
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
 
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
 
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
 
- 2 large eggs
 
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
 
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
 
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
 
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
 
- 1/4 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
 
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
 
		 
	 
	
		
		
			
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
 
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
 
- In another bowl, beat the eggs with the oil, sugars, vanilla extract, and yogurt until well combined.
 
- Add the grated zucchini and shredded coconut to the wet ingredients and stir to combine.
 
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
 
- Fold in chopped nuts if using.
 
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
 
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
 
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
 
		 
	 
	
		Notes
		
			
- You can substitute unsweetened coconut if you prefer less sweetness.
 
- Ensure the grated zucchini is not too wet; gently squeeze out excess moisture.
 
- This bread freezes well for up to 2 months.
 
		 
	 
	
		Nutrition
		
							- Serving Size: 1 slice
 
							- Calories: 230
 
							- Sugar: 16g
 
							- Sodium: 180mg
 
							- Fat: 10g
 
							- Saturated Fat: 4g
 
							- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
 
							- Trans Fat: 0g
 
							- Carbohydrates: 30g
 
							- Fiber: 2g
 
							- Protein: 3g
 
							- Cholesterol: 30mg
 
					
	 
	
		Keywords: zucchini bread, coconut bread, quick bread, summer baking, moist loaf