Zucchini Gingerbread

Vegetarian
Health score
2%
Zucchini Gingerbread
85 min.
16
209kcal

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Welcome to a delightful twist on a classic favorite! Our Zucchini Gingerbread is a scrumptious vegetarian treat that combines the warm, comforting flavors of gingerbread with the moistness of fresh zucchini. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is not only easy to make but also a fantastic way to sneak in some veggies while satisfying your sweet tooth.

Imagine the aroma of cinnamon, ginger, and cloves wafting through your kitchen as this delicious loaf bakes to perfection. With a rich, spiced flavor profile and a tender crumb, this gingerbread is ideal for serving as an appetizer, snack, or even a delightful starter at your next gathering. Each slice is a perfect balance of sweetness and spice, making it a crowd-pleaser for both kids and adults alike.

Not only is this Zucchini Gingerbread a treat for the taste buds, but it also packs a nutritional punch with the addition of shredded zucchini, which keeps the bread moist and adds a subtle earthiness. With just 209 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt! So, gather your ingredients and get ready to impress your friends and family with this unique and delicious recipe that’s sure to become a new favorite in your home.

Ingredients

  • 0.5 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • cup brown sugar 
  •  eggs 
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • teaspoons ground cinnamon 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cloves 
  • teaspoon ground ginger 
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg 
  • 0.3 cup blackstrap molasses 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 cup vanilla yogurt 
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 
  • 2.5 cups zucchini shredded

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • loaf pan
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Preheat an oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Spray 2 9x5-inch loaf pans with cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the brown sugar, molasses, vegetable oil, vanilla yogurt, and eggs until thoroughly combined. Stir in the cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gently mix in the shredded zucchini, and stir in the flour.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pans.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven until the loaves are browned and springy to the touch, 50 to 60 minutes. A toothpick inserted into the center of a loaf should come out clean. Allow to cool in pans for about 10 minutes before removing to finish cooling on racks.

Nutrition Facts

Calories209kcal
Protein8.16%
Fat19.92%
Carbs71.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
18.81
Glycemic Load
14.78
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
6.9356521989988%

Flavonoids

Quercetin
0.13mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:209.4kcal
10.47%
Fat:4.67g
7.19%
Saturated Fat:0.95g
5.92%
Carbohydrates:37.95g
12.65%
Net Carbohydrates:36.94g
13.43%
Sugar:19.46g
21.63%
Cholesterol:31.26mg
10.42%
Sodium:181.67mg
7.9%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.31g
8.61%
Manganese:0.41mg
20.56%
Selenium:12.27µg
17.52%
Vitamin B1:0.2mg
13.56%
Folate:52.91µg
13.23%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.49%
Iron:1.73mg
9.6%
Vitamin B3:1.57mg
7.85%
Vitamin K:7.37µg
7.02%
Phosphorus:70mg
7%
Magnesium:26.18mg
6.55%
Calcium:63.63mg
6.36%
Potassium:210.97mg
6.03%
Vitamin B6:0.1mg
5.18%
Vitamin C:3.57mg
4.33%
Copper:0.09mg
4.3%
Fiber:1.01g
4.05%
Vitamin B5:0.39mg
3.94%
Zinc:0.46mg
3.06%
Vitamin E:0.42mg
2.77%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.24%
Vitamin A:89.18IU
1.78%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.1%
Source:Allrecipes