• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer

Cassidy's Craveable Creations logo

  • Recipes
  • Start Keto
  • Meal Plans
  • Login
  • Patreon
  • Subscribe
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipes
  • Start Keto
  • Meal Plans
  • Login
  • Patreon
  • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • YouTube
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Recipes
    • Start Keto
    • Meal Plans
    • Login
    • Patreon
    • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • YouTube
  • ×

    Home » Keto

    Almond Flour Zucchini Muffins Or Bread {Keto & Paleo}

    Published: Aug 14, 2020 Updated: Jan 27, 2021 By: Cassidy Stauffer May contain affiliate links.

    Jump to Recipe Print Recipe
    zucchini bread pic with text
    pinnable image of bread with text
    pinnable image with text
    pinnable image with text
    pinnable image with text

    Looking for a quick & delicious snack or an on-the-go breakfast? These almond flour zucchini muffins (or bread!) are the perfect treat.

    close up of muffin on cooling rack
    close up of muffin on cooling rack

    These almond flour zucchini muffins or bread are a family-favorite! They're lightly sweetened with the cozy taste of cinnamon and nutmeg and are soft and bread-like from the moisture of the zucchini.

    And let's not forget the chocolate chips! They really add something special.

    Jump to:
    • Watch the YouTube video!
    • The sweetener
    • Chocolate Chips
    • Loaf pan
    • Easy instructions
    • For bread
    • For muffins
    • Frequently asked questions
    • Looking for more recipes?
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    Watch the YouTube video!

    See how easy this recipe is to make on my YouTube channel! Watch the full video here: Zucchini Muffins YouTube Video

    The sweetener

    For low-carb, any erythritol-based granulated sweetener will work. I prefer to use a Monk Fruit Erythritol Blend.

    While other sweeteners (such as allulose or xylitol) *may* work, I haven't tested them and they may cause the bread to not set up as well as it should.

    *Note - As a special gift to my readers, I've teamed up with BESTI to give you guys 10% off! Simply use the code "CRAVEABLE" at checkout.

    For Paleo, use coconut palm sugar.

    Chocolate Chips

    I love, love, love to add chocolate chips to my zucchini bread and muffins.

    The bread is only mildly sweet so I love the small bursts of chocolaty sweetness.

    I prefer to use ChocZero because they are low-carb, dairy, and soy-free.

    However, feel free to use any brand you prefer.

    Loaf pan

    If making a loaf of zucchini bread, this recipe should be baked in an 8x4 or 7x4-inch loaf pan. This is smaller than the traditional 9x5-inch loaf pan.

    I found my loaf pan in a 3-pack pyrex storage bundle at target and I love it - it's a perfect size!!!

    If you do make this recipe in a traditional-sized loaf pan, the baking time will need to be adjusted and the slices will be short.

    Easy instructions

    grated zucchini on paper towels
    grated zucchini on paper towels

    Start by grating a cup of zucchini. One cup is roughly one medium zucchini. Then, take a paper towel and blot off the excess moisture. Set aside.

    dry ingredients whisked in bowl
    dry ingredients whisked in bowl

    In a large bowl, whisk together some almond flour, ground flaxseed, baking soda, baking powder, sea salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sweetener.

    whisked wet ingredients in bowl
    whisked wet ingredients in bowl

    In a seperate bowl, whisk together some eggs, avocado oil, and pure vanilla.

    stirred batter in bowl
    stirred batter in bowl

    Stir the wet ingredients into the dry. Then, stir in the grated zucchini and chocolate chips.

    Pour the batter into a parchment-lined and greased loaf pan or a lined muffin tin.

    For bread

    baked zucchini bread on cooling rack
    baked zucchini bread on cooling rack

    For bread, bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. Cover with foil to prevent over-browning, then bake an additional 15 - 25 minutes.

    The bread is done when the top looks and feels firm to the touch and it doesn't make a squishy noise when you press down in the center.

    Unfortunately, the toothpick test will not work with this recipe. If you rely on the toothpick test, your loaf may end up being undercooked in the center.

    Allow to cool 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a cooling rack (removing the parchment). Allow to cool completely before slicing.

    For muffins

    close up of muffin on cooling rack
    close up of muffin on cooling rack

    For almond flour zucchini muffins, line a muffin tin with 12 muffin cups.

    Evenly divide the batter between the cups and bake at 350 degrees for 22 - 27 minutes, or until tops are firm to the touch and no longer look doughy.

    Allow to cool 10 minutes in the pan. Then, transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.

    Frequently asked questions

    How do I store almond flour zucchini muffins or bread?

    Store leftovers, loosely covered, at room temperature for 1 to 2 days. Try to avoid storing it in a sealed baggie or anything that traps the moisture because it will make it "wet". I store mine loosely covered in a dish towel but parchment paper works well too. It can also be stored, loosely covered, in the fridge for up to a week (unsliced) or frozen for up to 3 months (pre-sliced) in a freezer-safe baggie.

    Can I replace the chocolate chips with something else?

    I highly recommend chocolate chips because the muffins are only lightly sweetened and the chocolate chips add small bursts of sweetness. However, you can replace them with chopped nuts if preferred.

    What if I don't have a small loaf pan?

    If you only have a 9x5-inch loaf pan, I recommend making muffins. If you do use the 9x5-inch loaf pan, you'll need to adjust the baking time and the slices will be short.

    overhead shot of sliced zucchini bread
    overhead shot of sliced zucchini bread with chocolate chips

    Looking for more recipes?

    • Keto Sandwich Bread {Paleo & Gluten-Free}
    • Keto Pumpkin Bread Recipe {Paleo & Gluten-Free}
    • Paleo & Keto Lasagna With Dairy-Free Options

    Or if you have more zucchini to use up, I think you'll love these Keto Zucchini Taco Boats from That's Low Carb?!

    If you've tried these Chocolate Chip Almond Flour Zucchini Muffins Or Bread please let me know in the comments below!

    Craving more? FOLLOW ME on Pinterest, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, or E-Mail to find more delicious food!

    Almond Flour Zucchini Muffins Or Bread Story

    📖 Recipe

    close up of muffin on cooling rack

    Almond Flour Zucchini Muffins Or Bread {Keto & Paleo}

    Looking for a quick & delicious snack or an on-the-go breakfast? These almond flour zucchini muffins (or bread!) are the perfect treat.
    4.72 from 7 votes
    Print Pin SaveSaved!
    Add to Meal PlanGo to Collections
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
    Servings: 12 muffins or slices
    CALORIES :177kcal
    CARBS :17g
    FIBER :15g
    Author: Cassidy Stauffer

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup Grated Zucchini - about 1 medium zucchini
    • 2 cups Blanched Almond Flour - finely ground
    • ⅓ cup Ground Flaxseed
    • ½ teaspoon Baking Soda
    • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder*
    • 1 pinch Sea Salt
    • 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon
    • ½ tsp. Ground Nutmeg
    • ½ Cup Erythritol-Based Granulated Sweetener - see notes below, use coconut palm sugar for Paleo
    • 5 Large Eggs - preferably room temperature
    • ⅓ cup Avocado Oil
    • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla
    • ½ cup Keto Chocolate Chips
    Prevent your screen from going dark

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. For muffins: Line a muffin time with 12 muffin cups and set aside. For bread: Lightly grease an 8X4 inch or 7.5x4.5 inch loaf pan (see notes below) with avocado oil or olive oil then line the bottom and sides of the pan with parchment paper so the ends hang over the sides.
    • Chop the ends off the zucchini and finely grate, peel and all. I used a cheese grater but the grater attachment on a food processor will also work. Blot excess moisture with a paper towel and set aside.
    • In a large bowl, whisk together the blanched almond flour, ground flaxseed, baking soda, baking powder, sea salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sweetener. Break up any clumps with your fingers.
    • In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, avocado oil, and vanilla.
    • Pure the wet ingredients into the dry and mix well. Using a spatula, fold in the chocolate chips and grated zucchini.
    • Evenly divide the batter between the mufffin cups or pour batter into prepared pan.
    • For muffins: Bake for 22 to 27 minutes, or until the center is set and no longer looks doughy. For bread: Bake for 45 minutes, then cover with foil to prevent over-browning. Bake an additional 15 to 25 minutes, or until the center no longer looks doughy and it doesn't make a squishy sound when pressed down in the center of the loaf. Unfortunately, the toothpick test is not accurate with this recipe.
    • Allow to cool 5 to 10 minutes in the pan then transfer to a cooling rack, removing the parchment paper. Cool completely.
    • Store leftovers, loosely covered, at room temperature for 1 to 2 days. Try to avoid storing it in a sealed baggie or anything that traps the moisture because it will make it "wet". I store mine loosely covered in a dish towel but parchment paper works well too. It can also be stored, loosely covered, in the fridge for up to a week (unsliced) or frozen for up to 3 months (pre-sliced) in a freezer-safe baggie.

    Add Your Own Notes

    Click here to add your own private notes.

    Video

    Notes

    • See how easy this recipe is to make on my YouTube channel! Watch the full video here: Zucchini Muffins YouTube Video
    • For grain-free baking powder, combine 1 part baking soda with 2 parts cream of tartar and 2 parts starch (such as potato, arrowroot, or tapioca).
    • If making bread, you need to use an 8x4 or 7.5x4.5-inch loaf pan. This is smaller than the traditional 9x5-inch loaf pan. I found my loaf pan in a 3-pack pyrex storage bundle at target and I love it - it's a perfect size!!! If you don't have a small loaf pan, I recommend making muffins. However, if you do make this recipe in a traditional-sized loaf pan, you will need to adjust the baking time and the slices will be short. 
    • For low-carb, any erythritol-based granulated sweetener will work. I prefer to use a Monk Fruit Erythritol Blend. While other sweeteners (such as allulose or xylitol) *may* work, I haven't tested them and they may cause the muffins to not set up as well as they should.
    • As a special gift to my readers, I've teamed up with BESTI to give you guys 10% off! Simply use the code "CRAVEABLE" at checkout.
    • I prefer to use ChocZero Chocolate Chips because they are low-carb, dairy, and soy-free. However, feel free to use any chocolate chips of choice.
    • I highly recommend chocolate chips because the muffins are only lightly sweetened and the chocolate chips add small bursts of sweetness. However, you can replace the chocolate chips with chopped nuts if preferred.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1muffin or slice | Calories: 177kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 78mg | Sodium: 81mg | Potassium: 130mg | Fiber: 15g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 135IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 2mg

    NET CARBS = Total Carbs - Fiber - Allulose - Xylitol

    Nutritional information is approximate and may vary. Sugar alcohols, xylitol, and allulose are included in the total carbs and fiber.

    Looking for more information on the keto diet? Check out my

    Keto Resources
    Did You Try This Recipe?Mention @CassidysCraveableCreations so I can take a look!

    More Gluten Free Keto Recipes

    • scooping out enchilada casserole.
      Keto Chicken Enchilada Casserole
    • square image of keto caesar salad.
      Patreon: Keto Caesar Salad Dressing
    • square image of enchilada sauce.
      Keto Enchilada Sauce
    • Low-Carb Keto Mushroom Gravy
    3.2K shares
    • 552

    Cassidy is a certified keto and intermittent fasting health coach and a mom of two teenagers, one of whom has autism and epilepsy. For the well-being of her family, she serves up easy, kid-approved recipes that are gluten-free and keto with many dairy-free and paleo options. She's passionate about creating healthy, allergy-friendly food that's just as good as the original!

    Read More…

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

      Did you make this recipe? Let me know! Cancel reply

      Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

      Recipe Rating




    1. Rachael says

      February 09, 2023 at 7:39 am

      I am planning on making this recipe but I want to use a silicone mini muffin pan to eliminate needing the papers. Can you give me an idea on how long I should bake for the minis?

      Reply
      • Cassidy says

        February 09, 2023 at 12:55 pm

        Hi Rachael!

        I've never made these as mini muffins so I can't say for sure, but I would guess somewhere along the lines of 10 minutes, maybe a bit longer??? After you make them please come back and let me know how long they took and what you thought 😀 I hope you enjoy them!

        XO,
        Cassidy

        Reply
        • Rachael says

          February 12, 2023 at 12:02 am

          5 stars
          So I ended up using a little bit of canola oil spray and a small cookie scoop to fill a 24-cup silicone mini muffin pan, and I used an aluminum cookie sheet to support the muffin pan. My oven is kind of wonky sometimes, but I ended up at 20 minutes being a good time for the muffins to come out solid. I let them cook in the pan 10 mins and then slid the dull side of a paring knife around the edges and they popped right out. I ate one hot and yum 🙂

        • Cassidy says

          February 12, 2023 at 1:13 pm

          Oh YAY, I'm so glad you liked them!!! Thanks for letting me know that they took 20 minutes, that's a bit longer than I expected!

          XO,
          Cassidy

    2. Dee says

      August 24, 2022 at 1:39 am

      I made these today and they are delicious. This truly is the best zucchini muffin/bread recipe (with almond flour and monk fruit) that I have ever made. I will be making these often.

      Reply
      • Cassidy Stauffer says

        August 24, 2022 at 1:33 pm

        Oh YAY, thank you so much, Dee!! I'm excited you liked them and that you will be making them again 😍

        XO,
        Cassidy

        Reply
    3. Tina says

      August 17, 2021 at 6:19 pm

      Can I use half almond flour and half oat flour?

      Reply
      • Cassidy Stauffer says

        August 18, 2021 at 1:44 pm

        Hi Tina,

        Unfortunately, oat flour is drier and heavier than almond flour, so if you did this you would need to make changes to other parts of the recipe as well to make it work. And without testing it, I just don't know the exact changes you would need to make. Sorry!

        XO,
        Cassidy

        Reply
    4. Paige says

      February 24, 2021 at 2:13 pm

      Can I substitute the eggs for something else?

      Reply
      • Cassidy Stauffer says

        February 24, 2021 at 2:21 pm

        Hi Paige,

        Since there are 5 eggs in the recipe I think they would be hard to substitute. I've found that if there are more than 2 or 3 eggs, that substitutions don't usually turn out without at least slightly re-working the recipe. Sorry about that!!!

        -Cassidy

        Reply

    Primary Sidebar

    Head Shot Of Cassidy Stauffer

    Hi, I'm Cassidy! I'm a certified keto and intermittent fasting coach and am a mom of two teenagers, one of whom has autism and epilepsy. For the well-being of my family, I serve up easy, kid-approved recipes that are gluten-free and keto with many dairy-free and paleo options. I'm passionate about creating healthy, allergy-friendly food that's just as good as the original!

    More about me →

    Trending Recipes

    • Overhead shot of meatball soup in a pot
    • Homemade mayo in small mason jar with ingredients in the background
    • close up of a fork cutting a piece of salmon
    • overhead shot of shredded chicken in a white bowl
    • overhead shot of keto oatmeal with pecans
    • 2 keto lemon bars stacked on white plate with lemon slices

    Footer

    • Login
    • Logout

    Footer

    ↑ back to top ↑

    About/Contact

    • Privacy Policy
    • Disclosures
    • Contact
    • About Me

    Membership

    • Become A Patreon
    • Sign Up For Free Meal Planning
    • Cancel Membership

    Keto Resources

    • Start A Keto Diet
    • Keto Calculator
    • Keto Breads E-Book
    • Recipes
    • Watch My Web Stories!

    Cassidy's Craveable Creations BBB Business Review
    "as seen in" image

    Copyright @ 2023 Cassidy's Craveable Creations

    3.2K shares
    • 552