Vegan Zucchini Bread Recipe
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This vegan zucchini bread is satisfyingly sweet, moist, and packed with cozy cinnamon and crunchy walnuts. Plus, it’s easier than it looks!
Is there anything better than the aroma of freshly baked zucchini bread?
Imagine an irresistibly moist loaf with crunchy walnuts and the perfect balance of warm and sweet flavors.
Have the best-tasting vegan zucchini bread in and out of your oven in no time. Don’t forget to grab your favorite vegan butter!
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This plant based zucchini bread proves breakfasts can be hearty and comforting! If you like to start your day on a high note, try whole wheat pancakes and bran muffins as well!
Why You’ll Love This Vegan Zucchini Bread Recipe
- This vegan zucchini bread tastes closer to banana bread. You won’t believe it’s plant-based!
- This versatile vegan zucchini bread recipe is freezer-friendly, and you can use the batter to make muffins.
- This healthy vegan zucchini bread is customizable! Use different spices and toppings to suit every occasion and palate.
Ingredients And Substitutions
Ground flax seeds and water – This vegan zucchini bread recipe’s egg substitute.
Coconut sugar and maple syrup – Using these two lends the perfect sweetness to the vegan zucchini bread.
Zucchini – You don’t need to peel your zucchini for zucchini bread, but press or squeeze the grated zucchini first to avoid adding too much moisture to the zucchini bread batter.
Applesauce – This vegan zucchini bread with applesauce is deliciously moist! But if your unsweetened applesauce seems thin, strain it first to remove the extra moisture.
Coconut oil – Lends richness to this quick bread recipe.
Vanilla extract and salt – Underrated flavor enhancers in any vegan zucchini bread recipe!
Whole wheat pastry flour and all-purpose flour – Using these two provides the best structure to the loaf. Just make sure to spoon your flour into the measuring cup, then level it off with a knife to ensure accurate measurements.
Cinnamon – For that familiar cozy flavor. You can also add cardamom and nutmeg!
Baking soda and baking powder – To help the plant-based zucchini bread loaf rise.
Walnuts – These are optional, but the added crunch from walnuts really takes the soft, moist bread from good to great. Vegan dark chocolate chips will also be amazing!
Tips For Making This Recipe
Remove Excess Moisture
For the best batter consistency and loaf texture, be sure to wrap your shredded zucchini in cheesecloth and squeeze to remove the excess moisture.
Mix Just Until Combined
Do not overmix the batter! You can stop stirring once everything is mixed together.
Don’t Skip the Parchment Paper
Line your pan with parchment paper to make it easier to lift the zucchini bread out of it and keep it from sticking.
Zucchini Bread Recipe Vegan FAQs
Can applesauce be used in place of oil in zucchini bread?
Yes, but for this vegan zucchini bread with applesauce, we still used coconut oil for the best rich flavor.
Can I use this vegan zucchini bread recipe to make muffins?
Sure! To use this easy vegan zucchini bread recipe for muffins, pour the batter in a muffin tin lined with paper liners and bake for a shorter time.
Can you make this vegan zucchini bread gluten-free?
We haven’t tested this zucchini bread no eggs recipe with 1:1 gluten-free baking flour. We can’t guarantee the final results, but it’s worth trying!
What is the best way to store zucchini bread?
Wrap your leftover bread with plastic wrap and store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Can zucchini bread be frozen?
Yes! You can freeze this healthy vegan zucchini bread. Wrap it in plastic wrap and foil, then store it in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before serving.
More Delicious Vegan Bread Recipes
- Vegan Banana Bread
- Vegan Pumpkin Bread
- Peanut Butter Apple Banana Bread
- Healthy Vegan French Toast
- Best Hot Cross Bun
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Vegan Zucchini Bread Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 6 tbsp water
- 1/2 cup coconut sugar
- 2 1/2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 1/2 cups zucchini, shredded and squeezed in a cheesecloth
- 1/2 cup applesauce
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1/2 cup whole wheat pastry flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 3/4 tsp baking soda
- 3/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cups walnuts, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a 8 1/2″ x 4 1/2″ loaf pan with parchment paper and set aside.
- Combine the ground flaxseed and water in a separate bowl. Set aside for 5 minutes to thicken.
- Add the coconut sugar and maple syrup to the flax egg. Stir to combine.
- Add the shredded zucchini, applesauce, coconut oil, and vanilla, and mix just until combined.
- Combine the dry ingredients in another bowl.
- Add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and stir just until combined. Fold in the walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 30 to 37 minutes or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for 45 minutes before removing the vegan zucchini bread from the pan. Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- For the best batter consistency and loaf texture, be sure to wrap your shredded zucchini in cheesecloth and squeeze to remove the excess moisture.
- Do not overmix the batter! You can stop stirring once everything is mixed together.
- Line your pan with parchment paper to make it easier to lift the zucchini bread out of it and keep it from sticking.
I am definitely trying this! That imaginary person at the beginning of your post? Totally me. I work four ten-hour days so I can have 3-day weekends to work on my blog, and by the time I walk in the door at the end of a work day I can hardly think straight, let alone make a time-consuming recipe. This kind of dinner is just what I need!
I love trying new recipes with vegetables with my kids. My daughter is the master at the food processor and Kitchenaid mixer. We also love baking low carb desserts from your site!