This zucchini apple bread is the perfect blend of sweet and savory, with the added moisture from the zucchini and the sweetness from the apples. It's a great way to use up those summer garden zucchinis and enjoy a tasty treat with a cup of coffee or tea.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1 cup diced apples
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs, oil, sugars, and vanilla until well combined.
- Stir in the grated zucchini and diced apples into the wet mixture.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in the chopped walnuts if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve with butter or cream cheese, if desired.