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Healthy Zucchini Bread

Deliciously Healthy Zucchini Bread to Fuel Your Day

Deliciously Healthy Zucchini Bread is a nutritious and tasty way to start your day, combining wholesome ingredients for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups whole wheat flour or gluten-free flour
  • ⅓ cup olive oil or coconut oil
  • ⅓ cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1½ cups zucchini grated and squeezed
  • 2 large eggs or flax eggs
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 pinch salt
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup walnuts or dark chocolate chips for added texture
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice for seasonal variation

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper or non-stick spray.
  2. Grate zucchini to measure 1½ packed cups and squeeze out excess moisture.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs until frothy, then add olive oil, maple syrup, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract.
  5. Combine wet and dry mixtures until just incorporated, leaving a few flour streaks.
  6. Fold in the grated zucchini and optional add-ins gently.
  7. Pour the mixture into the loaf pan and bake for 45-55 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil for the last 10-15 minutes.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Squeeze excess moisture from zucchini to prevent sogginess. Avoid overmixing the batter for best results.

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