Low Fat Classic Nut Bread

Indulge in a guilt-free twist on a beloved baked good with this Low Fat Classic Nut Bread, a delightful treat that’s as wholesome as it is delicious. Made with heart-healthy walnuts and pecans, this recipe replaces traditional high-fat ingredients with nonfat Greek yogurt and unsweetened applesauce, delivering a moist and flavorful loaf that’s lower in fat yet full of rich nutty goodness. Perfectly balanced with a subtle sweetness and warm vanilla undertones, this easy-to-make bread comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection in under an hour. Whether you’re serving it as a breakfast staple, a satisfying snack, or a light dessert, this healthier take on traditional nut bread is sure to win over your taste buds while keeping your wellness goals in check. Plus, it stores beautifully, so you can enjoy a slice of homemade goodness all week long!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup sugar
• 0.75 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts
• 0.5 cup chopped pecans

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar. Stir until well mixed.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together the nonfat Greek yogurt, unsweetened applesauce, eggs, and vanilla extract.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Gently fold the chopped walnuts and chopped pecans into the batter until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

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

Step 8

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

Step 9

Turn the bread onto a wire rack and allow it to cool completely before slicing.

Step 10

Serve the nut bread slices as a healthy snack or breakfast option. Store any leftovers in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(925.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2573.2

Total Fat 92.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 382.8mg	0%
Sodium 2472.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 373.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.2g	0%
Total Sugars 172.9g
Protein 70.3g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 376.8mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 1233.1mg	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: 32.0%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 57.2%