Zucchini Bread with Honey-Nut Crust
A moist, flavorful zucchini bread with a sweet honey-nut crust and a hint of cinnamon. This american-inspired quick meals (gluten-free) ready in about 80 minutes pairs medium, grated and drained zucchini, flour, sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 medium, grated and drained zucchini
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1/2 cup, chopped walnuts
- 1/4 cup, melted butter
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking soda, and cinnamon.
- Step 2: In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, and honey. Fold into the dry ingredients, then stir in zucchini and melted butter until just combined.
- Step 3: Press half the batter into a greased loaf pan. Spread chopped walnuts evenly over the top, then pour remaining batter over the nuts.
- Step 4: Bake for 50-55 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool completely before slicing.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Zucchini Bread with Honey-Nut Crust take to make?
Total time is about 80 minutes (20 min prep + 60 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Zucchini Bread with Honey-Nut Crust?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Zucchini Bread with Honey-Nut Crust?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Zucchini Bread with Honey-Nut Crust for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Zucchini Bread with Honey-Nut Crust gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★☆
Very good for a 60-minute recipe. Would bump up the spice level though.
- ★★★★☆
Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
- ★★☆☆☆
Didn't come together the way I expected. Flavors were flat.
