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Greek Yogurt Zucchini Bread

Delicious Greek Yogurt Zucchini Bread for Guilt-Free Indulgence

Enjoy a slice of Healthy Greek Yogurt Zucchini Bread, a delicious treat that's low in sugar and customizable with various add-ins.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1/2 cup canola oil or vegetable oil, or melted coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup honey or organic blue agave
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour spooned and leveled
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded zucchini avoid squeezing out moisture
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or raisins or chocolate chips

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9x5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup of oil, 1/2 cup of honey or agave, and 1 large room-temperature egg until smooth.
  3. Add 1 cup of Greek yogurt and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, blending until fully incorporated.
  4. In a separate bowl, sift together 2 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.
  5. Combine wet and dry mixtures gently, ensuring not to overmix.
  6. Fold in 1 1/2 cups of shredded zucchini and optional add-ins.
  7. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, testing doneness with a toothpick.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 1 week.

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