Diabetic Zucchini Bread (Low Sugar, Low Calorie, Low Fat ) |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 45 Minutes |
Ready In: 60 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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I got a similar version of this recipe from a friend but had to tweek it for my fiance' who is diabetic. It is not 100% sugar free (less then 1 gram per serving) and very low in fat and calories without sacrificing taste, ENJOY!! Ingredients:
3/4 cup egg white, beat (or egg substitute) |
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce |
1/2 cup fat-free margarine, melted |
2 cups zucchini, shredded |
1/2 cup carrot, shredded |
6 tablespoons splenda brown sugar blend (3/4 cup reg. brown sugar) |
3/4 cup splenda granular |
1 teaspoon baking powder |
1 teaspoon baking soda |
1 teaspoon cinnamon |
1 teaspoon nutmeg |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
2 teaspoons vanilla extract |
1/4 cup walnuts, chopped |
2 cups whole wheat flour |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven 350 degrees.
2. Grease and flour two medium loaf pans.
3. In a bowl combine egg, brown sugar, sugar, apple sauce, and margarine.
4. To bowl add baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon,nutmeg, salt, and vanilla.
5. Add flour slowly.
6. Add shredded carrots, zucchini and nuts.
7. Beat mixture (by hand or mixer).
8. Pour loaf into pans.
9. Bake 45 mins or 'til toothpick comes out clean.
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