Description

Indulge in this delightful Healthy Zucchini Bread that combines nutrition with flavor! Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert, this recipe features moist and fluffy bread made without oil and low in sugar. Packed with wholesome ingredients like shredded zucchini and applesauce, it’s a clever way to incorporate vegetables into your diet without sacrificing taste. Customize it with your favorite nuts or spices to make it uniquely yours. Enjoy a slice fresh out of the oven or toasted with your favorite spread!

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups coarsely shredded zucchini
1 large egg
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
3/4 cup honey or maple syrup
2 cups whole wheat or spelt flour
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9 x 5 inch loaf pan by lining it with parchment paper and spraying it lightly with cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the egg, applesauce, honey (or maple syrup), cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
Stir in the shredded zucchini until evenly distributed.
Gently fold in the whole wheat or spelt flour using a spatula until just combined; do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow to cool for 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely before slicing.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 130
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 90mg
Fat: 2g
Saturated Fat: <1g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating walnuts or chocolate chips. Ensure you use coarsely shredded un-squeezed zucchini for optimal moisture.