Description
Low Sugar Zucchini Bread is a wholesome treat that combines the goodness of fresh zucchini with just the right hint of sweetness, making it perfect for guilt-free indulgence. Moist and tender, this delightful bread is easy to whip up in under an hour, ideal for breakfast or a cozy snack. Enjoy it plain or with your favorite spreads, and savor the delicious aroma wafting through your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups grated zucchini (about 2 medium zucchinis)
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean towel.
- In a bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix grated zucchini, applesauce, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients gently to avoid overmixing.
- If desired, fold in nuts or chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50–60 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider substituting half of the whole wheat flour with almond flour. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.