This is a Heritage Recipe

Heritage recipes are culinary treasures passed down through generations, capturing the warmth of family. These time-honored dishes from our bakers are a delicious way to connect with our roots and uphold traditions.

“This German recipe has been in my family for three generations. My grandmother began working on it and modified it to make it tasty and delicious. I have to keep it out of sight of the men in my family or they’ll eat it all before anyone else gets a piece.”

Ingredients

  • 3 eggs
  • 2 cups granulated CRYSTAL SUGAR®
  • 3 teaspoons vanilla
  • 1 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 cups grated zucchini
  • 2 cups plus 1 tablespoon flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
  • 2½ teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. In a large bowl, mix and beat the eggs, sugar and vanilla. Then add the oil plus zucchini and mix well.
  3. In a separate bowl, blend together the last six ingredients. Add to the creamed mixture. Mix well. 
  4. Pour batter into two greased and floured loaf pans.
  5. Bake at 350°F for approximately 1 hour.