Description
Apple Zucchini Bread is a delightful fusion of sweet apples and earthy zucchini, creating a moist quick bread perfect for any time of day. Whether you need a tasty breakfast, a satisfying snack, or a comforting dessert, this recipe checks all the boxes. With its tender texture and rich flavor profile, it’s an ideal way to incorporate more fruits and vegetables into your diet. Plus, it’s easy to make, allowing even novice bakers to whip up this scrumptious treat in no time. Enjoy it plain or elevate it with toppings like cream cheese frosting or fresh fruit for an extra special touch.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil (or half applesauce)
- 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 cups grated zucchini
- 1 cup diced apple (peeled)
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease two loaf pans.
- Grate the zucchini and dice the apple into small pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, cinnamon, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, vegetable oil (or applesauce), vanilla extract, white sugar, and brown sugar until well blended.
- Combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients and stir gently until just mixed.
- Fold in zucchini, apples, and walnuts; let sit for 5 minutes.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake: mini loaves for 35-40 minutes; full loaves for about 55 minutes.
- Cool in pans for 20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg