Classic Zucchini Bread

By carvalhohm

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons canola oil
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2/3 cup granulated no calorie sweetener*
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups coarsely grated zucchini
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup white whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
• 3/4 teaspoon allspice
• 1/3 cup chopped pecans

Details

Servings 12
Adapted from marlenekoch.com

Preparation

Step 1

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly spray a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan with nonstick baking spray.

2. In a medium bowl, mix the first 6 ingredients, (oil through vanilla extract). Stir the grated zucchini with a large spoon, and mix until combined through vanilla extract). Stir in the grated zucchini with a large spoon, and mix until well combined.

3. In a medium bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Create a well in the center and add the zucchini mixture. Stir until the dry ingredients are just moistened. Spoon mixture into prepared pan and smooth the surface.

4. Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool on rack for 10 to 15 minutes and then remove from pan.

*If you prefer to use all natural Truvia for Baking, use 1/2 as much as the recipe specifies for no calorie granulated sweetener (it’s twice as sweet). If you prefer regular sugar, omit 1/4 teaspoon of the baking soda, and plan for ~ 10 minutes more baking time.

NUTRITION INFORMATION PER SERVING: (1/12) Calories 160 | Carbohydrate 25g (Sugars 8g) | Total Fat 4.5g (Sat Fat 1.5g) | Protein 4g | Fiber 1g | Cholesterol 30mg | Sodium 360mg | Food Exchanges: 1½ Starch, ½ Fat | Carbohydrate Choices: 1½ | Weight Watcher Plus Point Comparison: 4 Smart Points: 4