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cinnamon roll zucchini bread

Delicious Cinnamon Roll Zucchini Bread

This Cinnamon Roll Zucchini Bread combines the comforting flavors of cinnamon rolls with the moistness of zucchini bread. Swirls of cinnamon sugar run through every slice, making it a delicious treat for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups shredded zucchini, excess moisture squeezed out
  • For the Cinnamon Swirl:
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • For the Glaze:
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together sugar, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Fold in the shredded zucchini.
  6. In a small bowl, combine the sugar and cinnamon for the swirl.
  7. Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture evenly over the batter.
  8. Pour the remaining batter over the cinnamon sugar layer.
  9. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. While the bread is cooling, prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  12. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread.
  13. Slice and serve.

Notes

For an extra touch, add chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter. You can also toast the slices and spread with butter or cream cheese.