Description
A delicious and nutritious zucchini bread enriched with protein from Greek yogurt, perfect for a healthy snack or breakfast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups grated zucchini
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mix the grated zucchini, Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the nuts if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- This bread can be frozen for up to 3 months.
- Feel free to add chocolate chips or dried fruits for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Protein Zucchini Bread, Greek Yogurt, Healthy Snack, Baking, Breakfast