Some recipes just feel like home—and zucchini bread is one of them. But when you bake them into mini loaves? Suddenly, this classic treat becomes gift-worthy, freezer-friendly, and too cute to resist. These Mini Zucchini Bread Loaves are moist, warmly spiced, and perfect for holiday baking. With Watkins Organic Original Gourmet Baking Vanilla® and Watkins Pure Ground Cinnamon, each slice is bursting with cozy, nostalgic Flavor.

Whether you’re baking for a family brunch, prepping ahead for the holidays, or wrapping them as thoughtful foodie gifts, these loaves prove that small truly can be mighty.

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Why You’ll Love These Mini Loaves

• Perfect for Gifting → Wrap in parchment, tie with ribbon, and you’ve got an instant hostess or holiday gift.

• Make-Ahead Friendly → Freezer-safe, so you can bake now and enjoy later.

• Unbeatable Flavor → Watkins Vanilla + Cinnamon = the warm, spiced aroma that defines fall and winter baking.

• Snack-Size Magic → Built-in portion control (not that you’ll stop at one 😉).

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Ingredients You’ll Need

• 2 tablespoons ground flaxseeds

• 6 tablespoons water

• 2 cups light brown sugar

• ¾ cup canola oil

• 2 teaspoons Watkins Organic Original Gourmet Baking Vanilla®

• 2 cups grated zucchini

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• ¼ teaspoon baking powder

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• 1 teaspoon Watkins Mediterranean Sea Salt

• 3 teaspoons Watkins Pure Ground Cinnamon

• 1 cup walnuts, finely chopped

• Vegetable shortening + extra flour (for greasing pans)

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Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Make Flax Eggs → Combine ground flaxseeds + water in a small bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes, until it has thickened.

2. Mix Wet Ingredients → In a large bowl, whisk together brown sugar, canola oil, Watkins Vanilla, zucchini, and flax mixture.

3. Mix Dry Ingredients → In another bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, Watkins Sea Salt, and Watkins Cinnamon.

4. Combine → Gently fold dry mixture into wet ingredients. Stir until just combined, then fold in walnuts.

5. Prepare Pans → Grease mini loaf pans with shortening + dust with flour.

6. Bake → Pour batter evenly into pans. Bake at 350°F for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

7. Cool & Serve → Let loaves cool, then wrap individually for gifting or slice for snacking.

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Cost-Saving Tips 💰

• Use seasonal zucchini → affordable and easy to shred/freeze for later baking.

• Make a double batch → freeze extras for quick holiday-ready treats.

• DIY holiday gifts → mini loaves are budget-friendly compared to store-bought baked goods, but feel extra thoughtful.

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Holiday Prep Hacks 🎄

• Batch bake ahead → Freeze loaves (without glaze) and thaw as needed.

• Gift idea → Pair a mini loaf with a Watkins Cinnamon tin for a cozy, foodie-friendly gift basket.

• Brunch-ready → Serve alongside coffee, hot cocoa, or mulled cider for holiday mornings.

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Why Watkins Spices Are Key 🌿

Watkins products transform this humble recipe into something truly special:

• Cinnamon → Deep, warm spice that defines the Flavor.

• Vanilla → Rich, aromatic sweetness that elevates every bite.

• Sea Salt → Balances the sugar and enhances the nuttiness of the walnuts.

With over 150 years of heritage, Watkins has been the secret to holiday flavor in kitchens just like yours.

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Conclusion: Cozy Baking, Holiday Ready

These Mini Zucchini Bread Loaves are proof that good things really do come in small packages. They’re moist, spiced with Watkins’ finest, and perfect for snacking, gifting, or adding to your holiday spread. Bake a batch, wrap them up, and share the cozy joy of homemade holiday flavor.

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