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Vegan Zucchini Bread

Vegan Zucchini Bread

Vegan zucchini bread isn’t just a healthy twist on a traditional favorite — it’s pure comfort in loaf form. Moist, tender, and warmly spiced, it's the perfect way to use up fresh zucchini while staying dairy- and egg-free.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 16 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 255
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Mix
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour scoop and level for accuracy
  • 3 tbsp ground flax seeds adds nutrition and structure
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon adds warmth
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 0.5 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp arrowroot powder optional thickener for binding
Wet Mix
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce adds moisture and replaces eggs
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar for rich molasses flavor
  • 0.75 cup vegetable oil use a neutral oil like canola or sunflower
  • 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
The Star
  • 2.5 cups shredded zucchini damp but not dripping; don't peel

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease and flour two 9x5-inch loaf pans or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, flax seeds, cinnamon, salt, baking soda, baking powder, and arrowroot powder until well combined.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together applesauce, granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, and vanilla extract until smooth and emulsified.
  4. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients using a spatula. Stir in the shredded zucchini until just combined; do not overmix.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
  6. Bake for 70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Tent with foil if the top darkens too quickly.
  7. Let the loaves cool in the pans for 10–15 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack and cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Want to make it gluten-free? Use a 1:1 GF flour blend with xanthan gum. Try folding in chopped nuts or vegan chocolate chips. To freeze, slice and wrap individually. This bread is even better the next day!