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Healthy Zucchini Bread

A moist and delicious zucchini bread made healthier with whole wheat flour and natural sweeteners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup zucchini, grated about 1 medium zucchini
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup for sweetness
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce for moisture
  • 2 large eggs lightly beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, mix the wet ingredients: grated zucchini, honey or maple syrup, applesauce, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  3. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This zucchini bread can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week. You can also add nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor.

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