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    Paleo Lemon Poppy Seed Zucchini Bread {Gluten Free + Dairy Free + Refined Sugar Free}

    Published on Sep 1, 2017 · Last updated on Aug 24, 2021 ·

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    A GLUTEN FREE zucchini bread, but not any kind of zucchini bread! A lemon poppyseed one! So good! Get this healthy recipe on NotEnoughCinnamon.com #cleaneating

    This moist and fluffy paleo zucchini bread with lemon and poppy seeds is a healthy, gluten-free version of a classic lemon & poppy seed loaf! A mix of almond and coconut flour makes for an excellent texture! 

    a moist paleo zucchini bread with lemon and poppy seeds cut into slices

    Mmm, look at this lemon and poppy seed loaf! Can you tell it has the most perfect texture, the perfect amount of sweetness and the most delicious zesty-almondy taste? It does!

    What you probably can't tell though is that there are hidden veggies in these gorgeous slices. Don't lie, you'd really need a microscope to see them ???? I'm talking about grated zucchini, of course!

    Yes, this lemon poppy seed loaf is actually a paleo zucchini bread in disguise!

    close-up of a loaf of paleo zucchini bread with one slice cut off

    This Paleo Zucchini Bread looks and tastes like a lemon poppy seed loaf - no one will be able to guess the secret ingredient!

    Why add grated zucchini to a loaf cake if you can't taste it, you wonder? Well, its main purpose is to keep this lemon poppy seed loaf so freaking moist and perfect.

    The fact that it makes it more nutritious and that it's good for your happy little body is just an added bonus really.

    Now, I am certainly not the first to bake a Paleo Zucchini Bread, but have you tried a lemon poppy seed version yet?

    You totally have to! It's everything you love about, say, a lemon poppy seed muffin mixed with the perfect moist texture of a quick bread.

    And did I mention that this paleo zucchini bread is made without refined sugar (yay!), plus it's completely gluten-free? Healthy breakfast treats for the win! Enjoy 🙂

    three slices of moist paleo zucchini bread with lemon and poppy seeds with halved lemons on the side

    If you tried this Paleo Zucchini Bread, don’t forget to rate the recipe below and let me know how it went in the comments – I love hearing from you! You can also follow me on Instagram, Pinterest, and Facebook for more deliciousness and behind-the-scenes!

    a sliced loaf of Paleo Zucchini Bread with lemon and poppy seeds
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    Paleo Lemon Poppy Seed Zucchini Bread {Gluten-Free + Dairy-Free + Refined Sugar-Free}

    This moist and fluffy paleo zucchini bread with lemon and poppy seeds is a healthy and gluten-free version of a classic lemon & poppy seed loaf cake! The mix of almond flour, arrowroot starch, and coconut flour makes for an excellent texture! 

    Course Snack
    Cuisine American
    Keyword gluten-free, paleo, zucchini bread
    Prep Time 20 minutes
    Cook Time 1 hour
    Resting 20 minutes
    Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
    Servings 10 slices
    Calories 346 kcal
    Author Marie

    Ingredients

    • 2 ½ cups almond flour
    • 2 tablespoons coconut flour
    • ¾ cup arrowroot starch or tapioca starch
    • 3 tablespoons coconut sugar you can also use brown sugar
    • 2 tablespoons poppy seeds
    • 2 teaspoons baking powder
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • ¾ teaspoon sea salt
    • 4 large eggs
    • ⅓ cup maple syrup
    • ⅓ cup coconut oil liquified
    • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
    • 2 teaspoons lemon zest
    • 2 cups grated zucchini

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 350F/176C degrees. Grease a standard loaf pan (approx. 9-inch x 5 inches).
    2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flours, arrowroot, coconut sugar, poppy seeds, baking powder, baking soda, and sea salt. Set aside.

    3. In another large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, maple syrup, coconut oil, lemon juice, and zest. Fold in grated zucchini. Add zucchini mixture to flour mixture and stir to combine. Once all flour is incorporated, add batter to greased loaf pan.
    4. Bake bread for 50-60 minutes or until it’s browned on the edges and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Cool for 20-25 minutes before cutting into slices (do wait, or it will fall!)

    Nutrition Facts
    Paleo Lemon Poppy Seed Zucchini Bread {Gluten-Free + Dairy-Free + Refined Sugar-Free}
    Amount Per Serving (1 slice)
    Calories 346 Calories from Fat 207
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 23g35%
    Saturated Fat 8g50%
    Cholesterol 65mg22%
    Sodium 270mg12%
    Potassium 265mg8%
    Carbohydrates 28g9%
    Fiber 4g17%
    Sugar 11g12%
    Protein 9g18%
    Vitamin A 190IU4%
    Vitamin C 10.1mg12%
    Calcium 152mg15%
    Iron 1.9mg11%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    Comments

    1. Alison Wasson

      September 18, 2017 at 5:02 am

      That seems like a lot of starch! Is it as strong as regular cornstarch? I've never used arrow root before so I just wanted to double check.

      • Marie

        September 18, 2017 at 3:36 pm

        No it's not as strong, no worries 🙂

    2. Mel

      December 30, 2017 at 2:23 am

      Am I reading that nutrition label right? 1 gram of bread is 346 calories?

      • Marie

        December 30, 2017 at 3:51 pm

        No, sorry, it's for one slice 🙂

    3. Leslie Matulaitis

      August 20, 2018 at 4:14 pm

      I have alot of summer squash this year and I see recipes for lemon poppy seed summer squash bread. I was looking for paleo and found yours. Have you ever tried substituting grated summer squash?

      • Marie

        December 11, 2018 at 10:27 am

        I haven't but I think it would work well!

    4. 40A.

      October 18, 2018 at 5:32 pm

      You're right! You would really need a microscope to see any trace of zucchini in this gorgeous loaf cake! The texture looks out of this world! I cannot wait to try!

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