Description
Greek Yogurt Zucchini Bread is a healthier and lighter version of the classic zucchini bread, made with Greek yogurt, coconut oil, and agave syrup for added moisture and flavor. This bread is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert, offering a nutritious way to enjoy a beloved treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/3 cup canola, vegetable, or melted coconut oil
- 1/2 cup honey or organic blue agave
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, at room temperature
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned & leveled
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup shredded zucchini
- Optional: 2 teaspoons orange zest
- Optional: 3/4 cup chopped walnuts, raisins, or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the coconut oil, agave syrup, egg, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the zucchini, orange zest, and any optional add-ins like walnuts.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly. Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- If the top starts to brown too quickly, cover it loosely with aluminum foil.
- Allow the bread to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing. Store leftovers at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Notes
- If your zucchini is particularly watery, blot it with paper towels before adding it to the batter.
- For muffins, follow the same steps but bake at 425°F (218°C) for 5 minutes, then lower the temperature to 350°F (177°C) and bake for an additional 13-14 minutes.
- This bread can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-50 minutes
- Category: Quick Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg