Go Back

Farro Zucchini Bread - A Nutty, Tender Twist on a Classic

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 servings

Ingredients
  

  • Farro flour: 1 cup. Adds nutty flavor and a wholesome texture.
  • All-purpose flour: 1 cup. Keeps the loaf tender and not too heavy.
  • Baking powder: 1 teaspoon. Helps the bread rise.
  • Baking soda: 1/2 teaspoon. Reacts with acidity for extra lift.
  • Kosher salt: 1/2 teaspoon. Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
  • Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon. Classic warmth.
  • Ground nutmeg: 1/4 teaspoon. Optional, but lovely with farro.
  • Large eggs: 2, at room temperature. Bind and enrich the batter.
  • Brown sugar: 1/2 cup, packed. Moisture and caramel notes.
  • Granulated sugar: 1/4 cup. Clean sweetness and better browning.
  • Neutral oil: 1/2 cup (such as grapeseed, canola, or light olive oil). Keeps the crumb soft.
  • Plain Greek yogurt or sour cream: 1/2 cup. Adds tenderness and a hint of tang.
  • Vanilla extract: 2 teaspoons. Rounds out the flavors.
  • Zucchini: 2 cups, finely grated (about 2 medium). No need to peel.
  • Optional add-ins: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans; 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips; 2 tablespoons sesame or pumpkin seeds for topping.

Method
 

  1. Prep the pan and oven: Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with a parchment sling for easy removal.
  2. Grate the zucchini: Use the fine or medium side of a box grater. Place zucchini in a colander and lightly squeeze out excess moisture with your hands or a clean towel. Don’t wring it dry—just remove obvious liquid.
  3. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk farro flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
  4. Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk eggs, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth and slightly thickened. Whisk in the oil, yogurt, and vanilla.
  5. Combine: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula until mostly combined, leaving a few streaks of flour.
  6. Add zucchini and extras: Fold in the grated zucchini and any add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips. Mix just until no dry spots remain. The batter will be thick but spreadable.
  7. Pan and top: Scrape the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top. Sprinkle seeds or a little coarse sugar on top if you like.
  8. Bake: Bake 50–60 minutes, or until a tester inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. If the top is browning fast, tent with foil in the last 10–15 minutes.
  9. Cool: Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then lift it out and cool completely on a rack before slicing. This sets the crumb and prevents crumbling.
  10. Serve: Slice thick and enjoy as is, or toast and top with butter, honey, or cream cheese.