Winter Carrot Zucchini Bread

Enjoy the flavors of winter with this delicious and moist carrot zucchini bread. Packed with fresh carrots, zucchini, and warm spices, this bread is perfect for a cozy winter morning or as an afternoon snack. It's easy to make and freezes well, so you can enjoy it all winter long. Serve it plain or with a dollop of cream cheese frosting for an extra indulgent treat.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 3 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup grated carrots
• 1 cup grated zucchini
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
3. In a separate large bowl, beat together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Fold in the grated carrots, zucchini, and chopped walnuts (if using).
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
9. Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

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