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Keto Zucchini Bread

A moist and flavorful keto-friendly zucchini bread that is low in carbs and perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups Almond Flour Sifted for a lighter texture
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's gluten-free
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Soda
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Optional, for added flavor
Wet Ingredients
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature for better mixing
  • ½ cup Unsweetened Applesauce Acts as a natural sweetener
  • ¼ cup Melted Coconut Oil Can substitute with butter
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract For flavor enhancement
Zucchini
  • 2 cups Zucchini Grated and excess moisture squeezed out
Optional Add-ins
  • ½ cup Chopped Walnuts or Pecans For added crunch
  • ½ cup Sugar-Free Chocolate Chips Optional for sweetness

Method
 

Prepare the Oven and Pan
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures even baking throughout the loaf.
  2. Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan with coconut oil or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
Mix Dry Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Whisk together until well combined to ensure even distribution of the leavening agents.
Mix Wet Ingredients
  1. In another bowl, beat the eggs. Add the unsweetened applesauce, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined.
Combine Mixtures
  1. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the bread dense.
  2. Fold in the grated zucchini and any optional add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips.
Bake the Bread
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This ensures the bread is cooked through.
Cool and Serve
  1. Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
  2. Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing. This helps maintain the bread's moisture and texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This keto zucchini bread can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. It also freezes well; slice and freeze for easy access to a low-carb snack.

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