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The Ultimate Low-Carb Zucchini Bread – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

The Ultimate Low-Carb Zucchini Bread

A moist, tender, and keto-friendly zucchini bread with a rich, buttery flavor and a delightful crunch from toasted pecans. This recipe sneaks in healthy veggies and is the perfect guilt-free treat for breakfast, a snack, or dessert.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 10 slice
Calories: 189

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup (120 g / 4.2 oz) zucchini, grated
  • 3/4 cup (100 g / 3.5 oz) coconut flour
  • 1/2 tsp (10 ml) salt
  • 1/2 cup (120 g / 4.2 oz) erythritol sweetener
  • 2 tbsp (30 ml) unflavored protein powder
  • 3/4 tbsp (60 ml) baking powder
  • 1/4 cup (50 g / 1.76 oz) pecans, chopped
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) unsweetened vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (115 g / 4.1 oz) salted butter, melted
  • 6 large pasteurized eggs, at room temperature
  • for Perfect Keto Zucchini Bread
  • Use room temperature eggs and melted (but not hot) butter. This helps the combine smoothly for a uniform, tender crumb.
  • Avoid overmixing the batter. Once the wet and dry are combined, stir only until you no longer see streaks of flour. Overmixing can make the bread dense.
  • For proper storage, keep the completely cooled bread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. It also freezes beautifully for up to 3 months.

Method
 

  1. DirectionsPreheat your oven to 350°F / 175°C.
  2. Grease a 9x5 inch / 22. 5x12. 5 cm loaf pan.
  3. Place the grated zucchini in a cheesecloth or clean kitchen towel and squeeze firmly to remove as much excess water as possible. This step is crucial for the right texture.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry : coconut flour, salt, erythritol, protein powder, and baking powder.
  5. In a separate bowl, beat the room temperature eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract with an immersion blender or whisk until smooth.
  6. Pour the wet into the dry .
  7. Add the squeezed zucchini and stir until just incorporated. Gently fold in the chopped pecans, being careful not to overmix. Spoon the batter into your prepared loaf pan and use a spatula to smooth the top evenly.
  8. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Remove from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cooled, slice into 10 servings and enjoy!
  11. Don't skip squeezing the zucchini! Removing excess moisture is the most important step to prevent a soggy loaf.
  12. Squeeze until you can't get any more water out.

Nutrition

Calories: 189kcalCarbohydrates: 6.7gProtein: 5.6gFat: 16.5g

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