Healthy, Protein-Packed Baking Adventure!

Looking for a delicious way to sneak more protein and vegetables into your diet? I've got just the perfect recipe that combines the goodness of fresh zucchini with the power of whey protein! This bread is my go-to snack after workouts, and my kids can't even tell it's packed with vegetables.

Let's start by preheating our oven to 175°C (350°F). While the oven is warming up, grab your loaf pan and give it a good greasing. Fun fact: zucchini is actually a fruit, not a vegetable, and it's made up of 95% water!

Now comes the most important step - preparing our zucchini. Take 100 grams of fresh zucchini and grate it finely. Here's a pro tip: after grating, squeeze out as much water as you can. This prevents your bread from becoming soggy. I like to use a clean kitchen towel for this step.

In a large bowl, we'll mix our dry ingredients: 100 grams of flour, 30 grams of whey protein powder, 5 grams of baking powder, and 50 grams of sugar. Did you know whey protein was discovered by accident? Ancient cheese makers noticed that the liquid left over from cheese-making (whey) helped people build strength!

In a separate bowl, crack open one egg and beat it well. Add your squeezed zucchini to the egg and mix them together. This is where the magic starts happening - the egg will help bind everything together while keeping our bread moist.

Now comes the fun part! Slowly add your dry ingredients to the zucchini-egg mixture. Stir gently until everything is well combined. If your batter seems too thick, don't worry - the zucchini will release more moisture while baking.

Pour your batter into the prepared loaf pan. Make sure to spread it evenly for uniform baking. Troubleshooting tip: if your bread usually comes out too dense, try tapping the pan gently on the counter a few times to remove air bubbles.

Pop it in the oven for 35-40 minutes. Your kitchen will start smelling amazing! To check if it's done, stick a toothpick in the center - if it comes out clean, your bread is ready. Let it cool completely before slicing. This is super important - cutting into hot bread can make it gummy.

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