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Pistachio Zucchini Bread

Pistachio Zucchini Bread

This incredibly moist Pistachio Zucchini Bread relies on instant pudding mix and fresh squash to create a tender, bakery-style crumb! Packed with crunchy nuts and sweet vanilla, it makes two beautiful loaves that are perfect for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Bread
Cuisine American
Servings 10 slices

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 3.4 oz. box instant pistachio pudding mix (dry mix only)
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup vegetable or canola oil
  • 2 cups grated zucchini peeled or unpeeled, do NOT drain or squeeze
  • ½ cup chopped pistachios

Instructions
 

  • Preheat & Prep: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9x5-inch loaf pans with cooking spray and line them with parchment paper so the bread easily lifts out later; set aside.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, gently stir together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and the dry instant pistachio pudding mix; set aside.
  • Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the large eggs and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes thick and light lemon in color. Stir in the vanilla extract and vegetable oil until smooth.
  • Fold in Mix-ins: Add the freshly shredded zucchini (with all its natural juices) and the chopped pistachios to the wet ingredients, stirring just until distributed.
  • Combine Batters: Pour the wet zucchini mixture into the bowl with the dry flour mixture. Stir together with a rubber spatula until just combined, being careful not to overmix. (Note: The batter will take on a weird green color, but it will bake into a beautiful, natural tone!).
  • Bake: Divide the heavy batter evenly between the two prepared loaf pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the exact center comes out clean. (Note: The center will most likely sink slightly as it cools, but that is totally okay and expected).
  • Cool & Serve: Let the loaves cool in the pans for 10 minutes to set up. Carefully remove the loaves from the pans using the parchment paper sling and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice each loaf into ten thick slices and serve!

Notes

Do not rush the cooling process! Slicing into this bread while it is still piping hot will cause the moisture to rapidly turn to steam and escape, leaving you with dry slices that instantly crumble apart. Wait until the loaves are completely cool to the touch for the cleanest, easiest cuts.
Keyword pistachio zucchini bread, quick bread recipe
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