The Secret Zucchini Bread Your Kids Will Beg For Every Day
The Secret Zucchini Bread Your Kids Will Beg For Every Day
Ever feel like you’re fighting a losing battle trying to get your kids to eat their veggies? Well, prepare to become the coolest parent on the block with this sneaky zucchini bread recipe that tastes just like cake!
Your little ones will be none the wiser that they’re actually eating something healthy.
In fact, they’ll probably start begging you to make this “cake” every single day. (Don’t worry, I won’t tell them our little secret!)
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole wheat pastry flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 cup honey
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk of choice
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups shredded zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional, but highly recommended)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 325°F and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
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In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
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In a separate bowl, mix the melted coconut oil, honey, eggs, milk, and vanilla until well combined.
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Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
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Fold in the shredded zucchini, orange zest, and chocolate chips if using.
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Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
The Secret to Fooling Your Kids
The key to making this zucchini bread taste like cake is all in the spices and add-ins.
The cinnamon gives it that warm, comforting flavor while the orange zest adds a bright pop that tricks the taste buds. And let’s be real – what kid can resist anything with chocolate chips?
But the real magic happens with the zucchini. When shredded finely, it practically melts into the bread, adding moisture without any detectable vegetable flavor. Your kids will never suspect there’s a whole cup and a half of zucchini hiding in there!
So go ahead and feel like a superhero parent as you watch your little ones devour slice after slice of this “cake.” Your secret is safe with me!
Hi, I'm Benjamin. I love cooking, long walks, and my girlfriend! Here you’ll find simple and delicious recipes that you can make in 30 minutes or less.
