Description
Apple Zucchini Bread is a delightful combination of fresh apples and garden zucchini, creating a moist, flavorful quick bread that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether enjoyed as a breakfast treat, a satisfying snack, or a sweet dessert, this recipe is easy to make and customizable to suit your taste. It’s an excellent way to use up that extra zucchini from your summer harvest while providing a nutritious boost with the added fruits and spices. With just simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create this delicious loaf that will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease two 8 x 4-inch loaf pans.
- Grate zucchini and dice apple; set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, sugars, oil/applesauce, and vanilla.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in zucchini, apple, and walnuts gently.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake: mini loaves for about 35-40 minutes; full loaves for about 55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for 20 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg