Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups blanched almond flour (180g)
- 1/2 cup tapioca starch (60g)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 3/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup shredded zucchini, lightly packed (115g)
- 1/2 cup organic pumpkin puree
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line an 8×4 inch loaf pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and set aside.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the almond flour, tapioca starch, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the shredded zucchini, pumpkin puree, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and evenly mixed.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined, ensuring the batter is evenly mixed but not overworked.
- Pour batter into pan: Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Remove from oven and allow the bread to cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes to set, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve: Once fully cooled, cut into slices and serve at room temperature.
- Storage: Store the zucchini bread in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within one week for best freshness.
Notes
- Ensure the zucchini is only lightly packed to avoid excess moisture in the bread.
- Use fresh or organic pumpkin puree for the best flavor and texture.
- If you prefer a sweeter bread, slightly increase the maple syrup, but keep in mind this will increase sugar content.
- Almond flour can be substituted with other nut flours, but the texture may vary.
- This bread freezes well; wrap in plastic wrap and place in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-55 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo