Description
Greek yogurt zucchini bread is a deliciously moist and nutritious quick bread that combines the richness of Greek yogurt with the subtle sweetness of zucchini. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this recipe offers a healthier twist by replacing butter with Greek yogurt, making it light yet flavorful. You can easily customize it by adding nuts, chocolate chips, or spices to suit your taste. Each slice is a delightful way to sneak in some veggies while satisfying your sweet tooth. Enjoy it fresh out of the oven or toasted with your favorite spread!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/3 cup canola oil
- 1/2 cup honey or organic blue agave
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup shredded zucchini
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together oil, honey, egg, yogurt, and vanilla extract until combined.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Gently fold in shredded zucchini and any add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips.
- Spread the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 40–50 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg