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