Last fall I shared my tried and true recipe for Zucchini Nut Bread. I love the texture and flavor that shredded zucchini adds to a sweet bread. In keeping with this month’s Fresh Flavor, Blueberry, I’ve found a recipe that combines the two and the result is this tasty Blueberry Zucchini Bread.
I had a bag of shredded zucchini in my freezer so all I needed was a pint of fresh blueberries and I was ready to roll. All other ingredients were in my pantry. I was able to get 8 mini loaves and half a dozen muffins. If you wanted small loaves I think you would get about four.
Blueberry Zucchini Bread
Ingredients
- 3 eggs lightly beaten
- 1 c. canola oil
- 3 t. vanilla
- 2 c. sugar
- 2 c. shredded zucchini
- 1 t. salt
- 1 t. baking soda
- 1/2 t. baking powder
- 1 T. cinnamon
- 3 c. flour
- 1 pint fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Lightly grease and flour desired pans.
- In the bowl of a standing mixer combine eggs, oil, vanilla and sugar.
- Fold in zucchini.
- Beat in the remaining ingredients.
- Gently fold in blueberries.
- Transfer to prepared pans.
- Bake mini loaves and muffins for 25 – 30 minutes, small loaves for 30-40 min.
- Make sure a pick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
- Cool 20 minutes and then remove from pans.
Notes
mini = 2 1/2 in. x 4 in.
small = 3 in. x 5 1/2 in.
large = 9 in. x 5 in.
As frozen zucchini thaws, liquid forms in the bag/container. I added all the liquid to my batter. I think it really helps make a moist and very flavorful bread.
I didn’t have any nuts but I think adding walnuts would be delicious. You could also add a bit of lemon zest to brighten the taste of the blueberries.
Have an awesome week!
Mary Chris says
Monday, August 14, 2017 at 11:06 amI love the fact that the two fresh summer ingredients are in this bread.
I can’t wait to make it for summer guests this weekend.
Thanks for sharing.
Brenda Armstrong says
Thursday, August 18, 2016 at 9:38 pmReady to try this scrumptious bread!
Love your complete site.
Karen says
Thursday, August 18, 2016 at 12:57 pmHave you tried it with frozen blueberries? Would they work the same?
Ann Drake says
Friday, August 19, 2016 at 9:34 amHi Karen,
I have never tried it with frozen blueberries. They would have more moisture so the bread might be a bit mushy…but I’m not sure of that. If you try it please let me know!
Thanks,
Ann
Linda @ it all started with paint says
Thursday, April 18, 2013 at 5:23 pmYou are killing my diet! I’m trying in earnest this week, so I’ve pinned your delicious recipe for future reference when I shed 20 or 30 or so pounds!
And I’m seriously intrigued by that recipe plug-in. I may need to try that out!
:) Linda
Leigh Powell Hines @Hinessightblog says
Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at 3:11 pmThis looks great, Ann. Delicious.
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at 10:11 amThis bread looks heavenly! Makes me want to go check on my zucchini plant right now :) I’m doing a banana bread round-up in a few weeks and would love to include your recipe if that is okay. I would just use one image and link back of course. Let me know if that is okay! Pinning!
Yvonne @ StoneGable says
Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at 10:59 pmI love this recipe, Ann! I have quite a few bags of zucchini in my freezer too and need to use them before I plant more in my garden this spring. Thanks for the tip to use the liquid that forms in the bag! This is such a fresh yummy recipe!
Dori Troutman says
Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at 9:45 pmAnn, I LOVE your monthly fresh flavors. I think that is the coolest idea! Blueberry picking season will be here in July and hopefully (keeping fingers and toes crossed!) we’ll be moved in our house and I can cook this yummy bread in my new kitchen! :-) It looks fabulous! ~ Dori ~
donna@anangloinquébec says
Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at 9:28 pmYou do know how to tempt a girl don’t you!! Looks yummy.
Carole says
Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at 8:48 pmYou did it again……another lovely loaf, Looks delicious, and your photography makes it even more appetizing. Great job!
Brandi says
Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at 8:07 pmYour pictures are amazing! I would love to give your recipe a try. Thanks for sharing.
Jenna says
Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at 9:47 amThanks Ann, this looks delish…my sweet tooth has been working overtime lately and I wanted to bake something this week that was a little healthier than chocolate chip cookies! Thanks, and my grandson is going to love this too! Have you ever made it in 1regular loaf pan?
Jenna
Ricki Jill Treleaven says
Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at 8:37 amThanks for posting, Ann. It looks wonderful!
Beverly says
Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at 8:35 amPlease tell me you saved me a slice to have with my coffee this morning. It looks delicious, Ann.
Bev says
Tuesday, April 16, 2013 at 7:27 amAny suggestions on making this gluten free ? it looks really good and beautiful photos !
Maria Stephenson says
Monday, April 15, 2013 at 11:48 pmIt looks lovely and with those lovely ingredients it should taste good. Am going to make it.
Gina says
Monday, April 15, 2013 at 9:16 pmLooks great, Ann! I have to say, I love that last photo…styled to perfection!
Jane @ Cottage at the Crossroads says
Monday, April 15, 2013 at 6:26 pmAnn, this looks delicious! I am pinning this to make when I have an abundance of zucchini in the garden. Can you believe that I don’t even have any planted yet? I have a question. Did you shred and freeze your own zucchini or did you purchase it already frozen? I have never tried to freeze it myself.
Jeanette @ Creating a Life says
Monday, April 15, 2013 at 5:12 pmSounds (and looks!) delicious! Pinning to my “Bakery” board. Thanks for sharing this!
Jeanette @ Creating a Life
Virginia @ LiveLoveDIY says
Monday, April 15, 2013 at 2:47 pmGorgeous, Ann!! Your photography sure is pretty lately! That looks delish!! <3
Lisa says
Monday, April 15, 2013 at 1:43 pmYour photography skills are amazing! This is a beautiful presentation. I love the touch of bakers twine. I’m glad you mentioned the extra liquid in the frozen zucchini bag, because I would have been wondering what to do with it. :) Sounds very moist and delicious! Thanks for sharing the recipe.
Martina says
Monday, April 15, 2013 at 11:45 amLooks Yummy Ann…love your presentation!!
laurie says
Monday, April 15, 2013 at 11:31 amthis sound slovely, what a nice combination, I will give this try, I hope you are well and enjoying spring!
Penny @ The Comforts of Home & Flea Market Makeovers says
Monday, April 15, 2013 at 10:22 amYummy! It looks delicious!
Janel from NellieBellie says
Monday, April 15, 2013 at 10:00 amThis looks delicious!!! Pinning to make for later!