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Cozy Brown Butter Zucchini Bread Recipe with Easy Cinnamon Streusel Topping

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A warm, nutty zucchini bread featuring browned butter and a crunchy cinnamon streusel topping, perfect for cozy mornings or comforting snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, browned
  • 2 cups (about 2 medium) zucchini, grated and squeezed
  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (50g) brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup (60g) Greek yogurt
  • For the cinnamon streusel topping:
  • 1/4 cup (56g) cold butter, cubed
  • 1/3 cup (70g) brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (60g) flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt (optional)

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter: Melt 1/2 cup unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring frequently until golden and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  2. Prepare the zucchini: Grate 2 medium zucchinis to yield about 2 cups. Place in a clean towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out excess moisture.
  3. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups flour, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon.
  4. Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, and the cooled brown butter.
  5. Mix wet and dry: Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Fold in grated zucchini evenly.
  6. Prepare streusel topping: In a small bowl, combine 1/3 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup flour, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and a pinch of salt if using. Cut in 1/4 cup cold cubed butter with a fork or pastry cutter until coarse crumbs form.
  7. Assemble and bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×5 inch loaf pan. Pour batter into pan and sprinkle streusel topping evenly. Bake 60-70 minutes until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Tent with foil if topping browns too quickly.
  8. Cool and serve: Let bread cool in pan 15 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack. Slice once fully cooled.

Notes

Use a light-colored pan to brown butter to avoid burning. Squeeze zucchini well to prevent soggy bread. Do not overmix batter to keep bread tender. Tent with foil if streusel browns too fast. Can substitute gluten-free flour or dairy-free yogurt for dietary needs.

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