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Healthy Zucchini Bread

Healthy Zucchini Bread

This Healthy Zucchini Bread is a guilt-free delight that brings together the natural goodness of zucchini with wholesome, nutritious ingredients. Perfect for any time of day—be it breakfast, a snack, or dessert—this bread boasts an incredibly fluffy and moist texture without the use of oil. Made with low sugar and natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup, it’s a versatile treat that can be customized to your taste by adding nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruits. Enjoy this delightful bread at family gatherings or as part of your meal prep for a healthy lifestyle.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups shredded zucchini
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 3/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 2 cups whole wheat or spelt flour
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Cooking spray
  • 1/2 cup walnuts (coarsely chopped) (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9 x 5 loaf pan with parchment paper and spray lightly with cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine egg, applesauce, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
  3. Stir in the shredded zucchini until fully incorporated.
  4. Gently fold in the flour until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Let cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
  • Calories: 130
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 2g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: For added texture and flavor, consider mixing in walnuts or chocolate chips. Ensure you use fresh zucchini for optimal moisture. Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling.