Description
A delightful and moist low-sugar zucchini bread recipe that is perfect for a healthier treat option. Packed with grated zucchini and optional add-ins like nuts, raisins, or chocolate chips, this bread is a great way to sneak in some veggies while satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 eggs (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup milk (room temperature)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Mix-ins:
- 1 1/2 cups grated zucchini (squeezed dry)
- 1 cup add-ins (nuts, raisins, or chocolate chips)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix wet ingredients: In a mixing bowl, blend melted butter and sugar. Add eggs, milk, and vanilla; mix until smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients: In another bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Add zucchini and mix-ins: Fold in grated zucchini and desired add-ins.
- Bake: Pour the batter into a lined loaf pan and bake for 60 to 75 minutes; test doneness with a toothpick.
- Cool and serve: Cool slightly in the pan before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can customize this recipe by adding your favorite mix-ins like nuts, raisins, or chocolate chips.
- Ensure to squeeze the grated zucchini dry to avoid excess moisture in the bread.
- This zucchini bread can be stored in an airtight container for several days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60-75 minutes
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Zucchini Bread, Low Sugar, Healthy Baking, Snack, Dessert
