This Flax Seed Zucchini Bread is a nutritious and flavorful way to enjoy zucchini. Packed with wholesome ingredients like flax seeds, zucchini, and whole wheat flour, it is a perfect snack or breakfast option. The bread is moist, tender, and slightly sweet, making it a hit with both kids and adults. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, you can enjoy this delightful bread in no time.
Ingredients
- 2 cups grated zucchini
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 cup flax seeds
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
- ½ cup raisins
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated zucchini, brown sugar, vegetable oil, applesauce, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, flax seeds, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped walnuts and raisins.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve the Flax Seed Zucchini Bread. Enjoy!
