Apple Zucchini Bread
Apple Zucchini Bread is a moist and flavorful quick bread filled with fresh apple chunks, grated zucchini, and a hint of cinnamon. This easy recipe is a wonderful way to use up garden zucchini while sneaking in a bit of nutrition. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, it’s a crowd-pleaser for all ages.
Servings: 24 Slices
Calories: 252kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil or substitute half with 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 apple peeled and diced
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Prepare the Pans: Grease two 8 x 4-inch loaf pans or six mini loaf pans. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- Prep the Fruits: Grate the zucchini using a box grater and set aside. Peel a medium apple, then dice it into small pieces and set aside.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, vegetable oil (or applesauce), vanilla extract, white sugar, and brown sugar until well blended.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Add Zucchini, Apples, and Nuts: Fold in the grated zucchini, diced apple, and chopped walnuts. Let the batter sit for 5 minutes.
- Pour into Pans: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
Bake:
- For mini loaves: Bake for 35–40 minutes.
- For full-sized loaves: Bake for 55 minutes.
- Insert a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean, the bread is done.
- Cool: Allow the bread to cool in the pan on a wire rack for 20 minutes. Then remove from the pan and let cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Freezing: Wrap tightly in plastic wrap or foil, then place in a freezer bag or airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature or overnight in the fridge.
Freezing: Wrap tightly in plastic wrap or foil, then place in a freezer bag or airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature or overnight in the fridge.