I Can't Believe It's Low Fat Carrot Bread

Packed with wholesome ingredients and bursting with cozy spices, "I Can't Believe It's Low Fat Carrot Bread" is a guilt-free indulgence that lives up to its name! This moist and flavorful loaf combines the natural sweetness of shredded carrots, honey, and unsweetened applesauce with the creamy richness of low-fat Greek yogurt to create a satisfying treat that doesn't compromise on health. Using a blend of whole wheat and all-purpose flours, this bread offers a hearty yet tender texture, while warm cinnamon and nutmeg add a classic spiced aroma. Customize it with optional raisins or walnuts for added texture and flavor. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for breakfast, snack time, or even dessert. Whether enjoyed plain or topped with a dollop of cream cheese, this low-fat carrot bread is proof that delicious can be nutritious! Keywords: low-fat carrot bread, healthy baking, moist carrot bread, low-fat recipes, wholesome carrot loaf.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups whole wheat flour
• 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 cups large carrots, shredded
• 0.5 cups unsweetened applesauce
• 0.75 cups plain Greek yogurt (low-fat or fat-free)
• 0.5 cups honey
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups raisins (optional)
• 0.25 cups chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until combined.

Step 3

In a separate medium mixing bowl, combine the shredded carrots, applesauce, Greek yogurt, honey, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth and evenly blended.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, folding gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the bread dense.

Step 5

If using, fold in the raisins and chopped walnuts for added texture and flavor.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the loaf pan from the oven and let the carrot bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes.

Step 9

Carefully transfer the loaf to a wire rack and allow it to cool completely before slicing.

Step 10

Enjoy your 'I Can't Believe It's Low Fat Carrot Bread' plain or with a light spread of butter or cream cheese!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1351.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2155.4

Total Fat 34.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 225.4mg	0%
Sodium 3049.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 422.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.7g	0%
Total Sugars 191.0g
Protein 70.0g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 551.2mg	0%
Iron 15.9mg	0%
Potassium 3689.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 13.5%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 74.2%