Low Fat Zucchini Bread

Moist, tender, and bursting with flavor, this low-fat zucchini bread offers a healthier twist on a classic favorite. Made with a blend of all-purpose and whole wheat flours, this recipe incorporates unsweetened applesauce to reduce fat content while keeping the bread irresistibly soft. Shredded zucchini adds natural moisture, while a hint of cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of lemon zest bring warm, fragrant notes to every bite. Sweetened with a balanced mix of granulated and brown sugars, this bread strikes the perfect harmony between indulgence and nutrition. Optional chopped walnuts provide a delightful crunch, but the recipe shines equally as a nut-free option. Quick to prepare and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this wholesome zucchini bread is a guilt-free treat you’ll love to make and share. Serve it warm or enjoy it at room temperature—either way, it’s a crowd-pleaser! Keywords: low-fat zucchini bread, healthy zucchini bread recipe, moist zucchini bread, easy zucchini bread, baked zucchini snacks.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups (shredded) Zucchini
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups Whole wheat flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoons Cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Nutmeg
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cups Unsweetened applesauce
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cups (packed) Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoons Lemon zest
• 0.25 cups Chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a standard loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well and set aside.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, unsweetened applesauce, vanilla extract, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and lemon zest until smooth.

Step 4

Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the shredded zucchini and chopped walnuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

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

Step 7

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

Step 8

Allow the zucchini bread to cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 9

Serve and enjoy your light, low-fat zucchini bread!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(904.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1966.5

Total Fat 24.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 5355.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 413.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.8g	0%
Total Sugars 220.3g
Protein 35.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 178.2mg	0%
Iron 13.4mg	0%
Potassium 1388.3mg	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: 10.8%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 82.3%