Super Moist Zucchini Bread

Vegetarian
Health score
5%
Super Moist Zucchini Bread
90 min.
8
274kcal

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Start the day off right with a slice of our Super Moist Zucchini Bread, a delightful vegetarian option that's perfect for morning meals, brunch, or a comforting breakfast. This recipe, which serves 8, is not only packed with the goodness of zucchini but is also incredibly moist, thanks to the clever use of ingredients like unsweetened applesauce and melted butter. Each serving contains just 274 calories, making it a guilt-free indulgence.

The heart of this recipe lies in its blend of spices, with ground cinnamon adding a warm, comforting flavor, while baking powder and baking soda ensure a perfectly risen loaf. The inclusion of vanilla extract enhances the overall aroma and taste, making it a treat for the senses. The zucchini, after being grated and drained, adds a subtle freshness and a nutritional boost, turning this bread into a veritable powerhouse of nutrients.

Preparing this bread is straightforward and can be completed in about 90 minutes, making it an excellent choice for busy mornings or when you're expecting guests. The use of a loaf pan ensures even baking, and a toothpick test ensures it's perfectly cooked. Once cooled, the bread can be sliced and enjoyed as is, or toasted for an extra layer of flavor.

Whether you're looking for a healthy breakfast option or a deliciously moist loaf to serve at brunch, this Super Moist Zucchini Bread hits all the right notes. It's a simple, yet sophisticated recipe that proves you can enjoy delicious, homemade bread without compromising on your dietary preferences or the waistline. Give it a try and discover a new favorite way to start your day.

Ingredients

  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • tablespoons butter melted
  •  eggs 
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons ground cinnamon 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • cup apple sauce unsweetened
  • tablespoons vanilla extract 
  • cups zucchini grated

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • sieve
  • loaf pan
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Preheat an oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease 2 8x4-inch loaf pans or 2 12-cup muffin pans.
  2. Place the zucchini in a strainer and set aside to drain into a bowl or sink.
  3. Sift the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together in a large bowl. Create a well in the middle of the flour mixture; combine the applesauce, vanilla, eggs, butter, walnuts, and drained zucchini in the center of the well.
  4. Mix until all ingredients are combined into a batter; pour into the loaf pans.
  5. Bake the loaves in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour for loaves or 25 minutes for muffins. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts

Calories274kcal
Protein11.62%
Fat22.08%
Carbs66.3%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.63
Glycemic Load
26.19
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
12.43521739089%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.21mg
Epicatechin
1.65mg
Quercetin
0.92mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:274.29kcal
13.71%
Fat:6.51g
10.01%
Saturated Fat:3.34g
20.87%
Carbohydrates:43.96g
14.65%
Net Carbohydrates:40.3g
14.65%
Sugar:4.9g
5.44%
Cholesterol:72.67mg
24.22%
Sodium:543.68mg
23.64%
Alcohol:1.68g
100%
Alcohol %:1.37%
100%
Protein:7.7g
15.41%
Manganese:0.95mg
47.51%
Selenium:21.29µg
30.41%
Vitamin B1:0.4mg
26.99%
Folate:105.95µg
26.49%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.62%
Iron:3.02mg
16.78%
Vitamin B3:3.08mg
15.39%
Fiber:3.66g
14.64%
Phosphorus:116.92mg
11.69%
Vitamin C:8.74mg
10.6%
Calcium:86.35mg
8.63%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
6.94%
Potassium:238.43mg
6.81%
Vitamin A:330.99IU
6.62%
Copper:0.13mg
6.31%
Magnesium:24.21mg
6.05%
Vitamin B5:0.58mg
5.84%
Zinc:0.76mg
5.1%
Vitamin K:3.65µg
3.47%
Vitamin E:0.5mg
3.32%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.6%
Vitamin D:0.33µg
2.2%
Source:Allrecipes