Guilt Free Zucchini Bread Recipe

Indulge in the moist, deliciousness of zucchini bread without the guilt! This recipe uses clever swaps to significantly reduce oil and butter, resulting in a healthier treat that everyone will love. Adapted from a family favorite, this recipe is perfect for bread loaves or individual muffins – making it ideal for meal prepping or satisfying sweet cravings. Get ready to enjoy a guilt-free, delicious bake!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 237.5 kcal
Protein 13g
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Ingredients for Guilt Free Zucchini Bread

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How to Make Guilt Free Zucchini Bread

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan or line a muffin tin with paper liners.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¾ cup granulated sugar.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the wet ingredients: 2 large eggs, 1 cup unsweetened applesauce, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 2 cups grated zucchini.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Gently fold in ½ cup raisins and ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional).
  6. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan or muffin tin, filling each muffin cup about ¾ full.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes for a loaf, or 20-25 minutes for muffins, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

105g

Fat

3g

Carbs

16g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Guilt Free Zucchini Bread?

Guilt Free Zucchini Bread takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 50 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Guilt Free Zucchini Bread?

Guilt Free Zucchini Bread has approximately 237.5 calories per serving, with about 13 g protein, 16 g carbohydrates and 3 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Guilt Free Zucchini Bread?

The key ingredients for Guilt Free Zucchini Bread are Zucchini, Natural Applesauce, Pure Vanilla Extract, Eggs, Whole Wheat Flour, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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