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Apple Cinnamon Zucchini Bread

Apple Cinnamon Zucchini Bread – Your New Favorite Snack

Enjoy this Apple Cinnamon Zucchini Bread, a delightful blend of apples and zucchini in a moist loaf perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour Can substitute with gluten-free all-purpose flour.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable oil Can substitute with canola or melted coconut oil.
  • 1 cup Granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup Light brown sugar
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Shredded zucchini No need to peel.
  • 1 cup Peeled and diced apple Use varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
  • 1/2 cup Chopped walnuts or pecans Optional.

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat together vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and light brown sugar until smooth and well blended.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Gently fold in shredded zucchini and diced apple until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  6. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  7. Fold in chopped nuts if using, ensuring they are evenly mixed in.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 50-60 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  10. Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or refrigerate for up to a week.

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