Description

This Apple Zucchini Bread combines the sweetness of apples and the moisture of zucchini, creating a deliciously soft loaf that’s perfect for breakfast or a snack. Made with simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, applesauce, and a blend of spices, this recipe is easy to follow and yields a delightful result.

Ingredients

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1 and 3/4 cups (219g) all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 and 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, plus 1/8 teaspoon for apples
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil or avocado oil (or melted coconut oil)
1/2 cup (120g) unsweetened applesauce, at room temperature
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar, plus 1 tbsp for apples
1/3 cup (67g) packed light or dark brown sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 and 1/4 cups (150g) shredded zucchini (no need to blot)
1 heaping cup (125g) peeled and chopped apple
optional: coarse sparkling sugar, for topping

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray.
In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, allspice, ginger, and nutmeg. Set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together oil, applesauce, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well combined. Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Add shredded zucchini.
Carefully stir or whisk until combined, avoiding overmixing. Toss the chopped apples with 1 tablespoon of sugar and 1/8 teaspoon of cinnamon and gently fold into the batter.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 55–65 minutes, covering loosely with aluminum foil after 30 minutes to avoid over-browning. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
Once done, remove from the oven and cool in the pan for 1 hour. Then transfer to a cooling rack. Allow to cool completely for neat slices before serving.
Store covered at room temperature for 5 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Notes

Make sure to use room temperature eggs to help the batter mix more easily.
For an extra sweet touch, sprinkle coarse sugar on top before baking for a crunchy finish.
This bread stays moist and delicious for days, perfect for breakfast or as a snack.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 200
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 30mg