Zucchini-Carrot Bread with Creamy Honey Spread

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Zucchini-Carrot Bread with Creamy Honey Spread
185 min.
24
172kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Zucchini-Carrot Bread with Creamy Honey Spread, a perfect treat for any occasion! This vegetarian recipe is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a wholesome option that brings together the natural sweetness of shredded zucchini and carrots. With a moist and tender crumb, this bread is ideal for serving as an antipasti, starter, or even a snack during your afternoon tea.

What makes this recipe truly special is the addition of a creamy honey spread that elevates each slice to a new level of deliciousness. The combination of cream cheese, honey, and a hint of citrus zest creates a smooth and fluffy topping that complements the warm, spiced bread beautifully. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply enjoying a quiet moment at home, this Zucchini-Carrot Bread is sure to impress your family and friends.

Ready in just over three hours, this recipe yields 24 servings, making it perfect for sharing. With only 172 calories per slice, you can indulge guilt-free! So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to bake a loaf (or two) of this scrumptious bread that’s packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor. Your kitchen will be filled with the warm, inviting aroma of freshly baked bread, and your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups zucchini shredded (2 medium)
  • 1.5 cups carrots shredded (3 medium)
  • 1.5 cups sugar 
  • 0.7 cup vegetable oil 
  •  eggs 
  • 1.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • 1.5 cups flour whole wheat
  • teaspoons baking soda 
  • 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 teaspoon ground cloves 
  • oz cream cheese softened
  • 0.3 cup honey 
  • teaspoons lemon zest grated

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • loaf pan
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottoms only of 2 (8x4-inch) loaf pans or 1 (9x5-inch) loaf pan with shortening or cooking spray.
  2. In large bowl, mix zucchini, carrots, sugar, oil and eggs with wire whisk. Stir in remaining bread ingredients. Divide batter evenly between pans.
  3. Bake 8-inch loaves 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes, 9-inch loaf 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes in pans on cooling rack.
  4. Loosen sides of loaves from pans; remove from pans and place top sides up on cooling rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
  5. In small bowl, beat spread ingredients with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and fluffy.
  6. Serve with sliced bread. Cover; refrigerate any remaining spread. Wrap loaves tightly and store at room temperature up to 4 days, or refrigerate up to 10 days.

Nutrition Facts

Calories172kcal
Protein7.87%
Fat27.97%
Carbs64.16%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.13
Glycemic Load
14.98
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
6.283043400101%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:172.22kcal
8.61%
Fat:5.52g
8.49%
Saturated Fat:2.38g
14.87%
Carbohydrates:28.47g
9.49%
Net Carbohydrates:27.04g
9.83%
Sugar:16.39g
18.21%
Cholesterol:36.82mg
12.27%
Sodium:235.09mg
10.22%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.49g
6.99%
Vitamin A:1519.72IU
30.39%
Manganese:0.45mg
22.48%
Selenium:10.48µg
14.98%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.54%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.19%
Phosphorus:65.9mg
6.59%
Folate:25.39µg
6.35%
Fiber:1.43g
5.71%
Vitamin B3:0.97mg
4.84%
Iron:0.87mg
4.81%
Magnesium:16.41mg
4.1%
Vitamin K:4.13µg
3.93%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.85%
Potassium:107.55mg
3.07%
Zinc:0.45mg
2.99%
Copper:0.06mg
2.99%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.87%
Vitamin E:0.39mg
2.57%
Vitamin C:2.1mg
2.54%
Calcium:23.14mg
2.31%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.43%