Description

This Apple Zucchini Bread is moist and flavorful, combining apples and zucchini for a unique treat. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack, this quick bread recipe is sure to impress family and friends with its delightful flavor and easy preparation.

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 your oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray. Set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, 1 and 1/2 teaspoons of cinnamon, allspice, ginger, and nutmeg. Mix well and set aside.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the oil, applesauce, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla until fully combined. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and add the shredded zucchini.
Stir gently until just combined; be careful not to overmix. Toss the chopped apples with 1 tablespoon of sugar and 1/8 teaspoon of cinnamon, then fold them into the batter gently.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly. Bake for 55–65 minutes, covering with aluminum foil after 30 minutes to prevent over-browning. The bread is ready when a toothpick comes out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
Once baked, remove from the oven and place the pan on a cooling rack for 1 hour. After cooling, remove the bread from the pan and place it directly on the rack. For neat slices, let it cool completely before cutting.
Store covered at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Notes

For added sweetness, you can sprinkle coarse sparkling sugar on top before baking.
Ensure that the applesauce is at room temperature to achieve the best texture in the bread.
This bread can be frozen for up to 3 months; wrap it tightly to maintain freshness.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 230
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 35mg