There are just many low carb bread recipes you can try on a low carb and ketogenic diet. Today I am showing you how to prepare a keto zucchini nut bread with walnuts.
As we mentioned before in this keto peanut butter recipe, peanut falls in the grey area of keto, which means it’s a personal choice whether to include it in your ketogenic lifestyle or not.
If you don’t want to use peanut flour, check my Keto Zucchini Bread recipe. It doesn’t contain peanut.
This bread can be served as snack, so you are welcome to add some keto sweetener and low carb protein powder to take it to another level.
Instead of walnuts, you can also use black chocolate chips. This will give it a chocolatey flavor.
How To Make Low Carb Zucchini Nut Bread
Preheat the oven to 350F
Combine all the dry ingredients in a mixing bowl and mix well. Set aside.
To help to get a fluffy bread, separate the egg whites and yolks. Beat the egg whites using an electric mixer until it forms peaks.
Add the yolks one by one to the mixture while beating. Add vanilla extract and melted butter.
Add dry ingredient mix in and keep mixing for another 3 minutes. Add the shredded zucchini and the chopped walnuts. Mix well.
Grease a 9” rectangular loaf pan with coconut oil or butter and transfer the mixture in.
Bake for about 30 to 45 minutes until cooked inside. Let it cool and slice and serve.
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- Keto Cheesy Zucchini Breadsticks
- Almond Flour Bread with Peanut
- Zucchini Fries With Flaxseed Meal
- Low Carb Chocolate Zucchini Cake
Keto Zucchini Nut Bread
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup peanut flour
- 3/4 cup coconut flour
- 3/4 cup zucchini shredded and drained
- 4 small eggs or 3 large eggs
- 3/4 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup butter softened
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup walnuts chopped
- 2 tbsp So Nourished Erythritol
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven at 180C / 350F
- Shred zucchini then mix with a little bit of salt. Squeeze the liquid out to obtain about 3/4 cup. Set aside.
- In a medium mixing bowl, put together coconut flour, peanut flour, baking powder, salt and the sweetener. Stir well.
- Separate the egg whites and yolks. Beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until it forms peaks. This will help to get a fluffy bread.
- Add the yolks one by one to the mixture while whipping then add melted butter and vanilla extract.
- Add dry ingredients in and keep mixing for another 3 minutes.
- Add the shredded zucchini and the chopped walnuts. Mix well.
- Finally, lightly grease the loaf pan with a little bit of coconut oil or butter. A 9” rectangular shaped mold would be ideal for this. Pour the bread mixture in.
- Bake for about 30 to 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow a cooling time of 15 to 20 minutes and transfer this to a dish and slice for servings.
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FAQ
Are zucchini keto friendly?
Yes, zucchini is keto-friendly. It’s a low-carb vegetable that’s versatile and can be used in various keto recipes, from zoodles (zucchini noodles) to keto-friendly baked goods. A 100-gram serving of zucchini contains approximately 2.11 grams of net carbs, making it suitable for a keto diet. Check our list of low carb zucchini dishes you can make.
Do you leave the skin on zucchini when you grate it for zucchini bread?
Yes, you typically leave the skin on zucchini when grating it for zucchini bread, as it provides color, texture, and added nutrients to the bread. However, if you prefer a smoother texture, you can peel it.
Should you squeeze water out of zucchini for bread?
Yes, you should squeeze the water out of grated zucchini before using it in bread recipes to prevent the bread from becoming too moist or soggy. Removing excess moisture ensures a better bread texture and consistency.
Do you take seeds out of zucchini before baking?
For smaller, tender zucchinis, it’s not necessary to remove the seeds before baking. However, for larger zucchinis with more mature seeds, it’s a good idea to scoop out and discard the seeds before using the zucchini in baking to ensure a better texture and consistency.
What is the best way to shred zucchini for zucchini bread?
The best way to shred zucchini for zucchini bread is to use a box grater or a food processor with a shredding attachment. Wash the zucchini, trim off the ends, and grate using the large holes of the box grater or the appropriate blade in the food processor. If the zucchini is large with mature seeds, consider halving it lengthwise and scooping out the seeds before grating. After grating, squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth to ensure the bread doesn’t become too soggy.
