Description
A delightful treat that feels indulgent while packed with nutritious ingredients, this Healthy Zucchini Bread is moist, subtly sweet, and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated zucchini
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup olive oil or melted coconut oil
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, combine grated zucchini, brown sugar, honey or maple syrup, olive oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Fold in nuts or chocolate chips if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For added richness, serve with almond butter or cream cheese. Store wrapped tightly at room temperature for up to two days, or refrigerate for about a week.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 60
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg