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Healthy Zucchini Bread


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4.4 from 62 reviews

  • Author: stella
  • Total Time: 75
  • Yield: 8 slices 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful and nutritious zucchini bread that combines honey or maple syrup with whole wheat and almond flours for a healthy treat.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup grated zucchini
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini, honey, applesauce, vegetable oil, and eggs. Mix well.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, almond flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, then pour into the prepared loaf pan.
  5. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Let cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Grate the zucchini and remove excess moisture before using. You can add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips to the batter.

  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 60
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg