Introduction

Apple Zucchini Bread blends the comforting sweetness of apples with the moisture and texture of fresh zucchini.
This loaf is wonderfully tender, lightly spiced, and perfect for breakfast, snacks, or gifting. It’s an excellent way
to use up extra zucchini while adding a subtle fruity flavor from the apples. Every slice is soft, fragrant, and absolutely irresistible!

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Add-ins

• 1 cup peeled, grated apple
• 1 cup grated zucchini (unpeeled, drained lightly)
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
• 1/2 cup raisins (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
3. In a separate large bowl, beat eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, oil, and vanilla until smooth.
4. Stir in the grated apple and zucchini. If very wet, lightly squeeze but do not remove all moisture.
5. Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
6. Fold in nuts or raisins if using.
7. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
8. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Description

This Apple Zucchini Bread is moist, subtly sweet, and beautifully aromatic thanks to cinnamon and nutmeg.
The zucchini gives the bread a tender crumb while the apples add natural sweetness and a slight tartness.
Each bite is soft, comforting, and perfect for cozy mornings, afternoon coffee breaks,
or enjoying warm with butter or honey.

Tips

• Don’t oversqueeze the zucchini — you need some moisture for a soft loaf.
• Use sweeter apple varieties like Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Gala for the best flavor.
• Add a pinch of cloves for a deeper spiced version.
• Swap half the oil with applesauce for a healthier option.
• Freezes well for up to 3 months.
• Top with coarse sugar or chopped nuts before baking for extra texture.

Corrections (Common Mistakes to Avoid)

• Bread too dense? You may have overmixed the batter.
• Bread too soggy? Your apples or zucchini were too wet.
• Dry bread? You may have baked it too long.
• Sunken center? Oven was likely not fully preheated.

Enjoy

Slice, serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy your fragrant and moist Apple Zucchini Bread with a cup of tea, coffee,
or a drizzle of honey. This comforting loaf is sure to become a family favorite!