Whole Wheat Zucchini or Carrot Bread

Delight your taste buds with this wholesome and moist Whole Wheat Zucchini or Carrot Bread, a perfect blend of health and flavor! Made with nutrient-rich whole wheat flour and naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup, this quick bread combines the earthy goodness of shredded zucchini or carrot with warm cinnamon spice. Packed with protein from Greek yogurt and customizable with chopped nuts or chocolate chips, this recipe offers a guilt-free treat that’s as versatile as it is delicious—ideal for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert. With just 15 minutes of prep time and simple, one-bowl convenience, you’ll have a golden-brown loaf ready to enjoy in under an hour. Plus, it stores beautifully, making it a perfect meal prep option.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 0.5 cup Honey (or maple syrup)
• 0.25 cup Vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups Shredded zucchini or carrot
• 0.5 cup Chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Add the Greek yogurt, honey, oil, and vanilla extract. Whisk well until the mixture is smooth and combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Fold in the shredded zucchini or carrot. If using nuts or chocolate chips, fold them into the batter as well.

Step 6

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

Step 7

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

Step 8

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 9

Cut into slices and serve. The bread can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1102.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2437.5

Total Fat 116.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 384.2mg	0%
Sodium 2491.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 309.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.1g	0%
Total Sugars 114.7g
Protein 74.4g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 438.7mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 2656.7mg	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: 40.6%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 47.9%