Moist Apple Zucchini Bread
Apple Zucchini Bread
This Apple Zucchini Bread combines two garden favorites into a soft, moist, and incredibly flavorful quick bread. With warm hints of cinnamon and nutmeg and sweetness from both white and brown sugar, it’s perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a cozy treat with coffee or tea. The recipe makes two loaves—ideal for sharing with friends or storing one in the freezer for later.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Granulated sugar | 1 cup |
| Brown sugar | 1 cup |
| Large eggs | 4 |
| Canola oil | ½ cup |
| Vanilla extract | 1½ teaspoons |
| All-purpose flour | 3½ cups |
| Baking soda | 1½ teaspoons |
| Salt | 1 teaspoon |
| Ground cinnamon | 3 teaspoons |
| Ground nutmeg | ½ teaspoon |
| Shredded zucchini | 2 heaping cups |
| Finely chopped apple | 1½ cups |
Instructions
1. Prepare the Oven and Pans
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two standard 9×5-inch loaf pans with butter or nonstick spray and set aside.
2. Mix the Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, canola oil, and vanilla extract until the mixture becomes smooth and slightly fluffy.
3. Combine the Dry Ingredients
In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg to ensure everything is evenly blended and lump-free.
4. Make the Batter
Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently with a spatula or spoon until just incorporated. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
5. Add the Fruits and Vegetables
Fold in the shredded zucchini and diced apple until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
6. Bake the Loaves
Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for 35 minutes, then loosely cover the tops with aluminum foil to prevent over-browning. Continue baking for 20–25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Cool and Serve
Allow the loaves to rest in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove them and place on a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving. 🍞🍎🥒
