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Apple Zucchini Bread

Apple Zucchini Bread is a moist and flavorful quick bread made with fresh apple chunks and grated zucchini. It's a delicious way to use up extra zucchini while adding a bit of natural sweetness and nutrition. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this easy-to-make bread is packed with warm cinnamon flavor and crunchy walnuts.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time55 minutes
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Quick Bread
Cuisine: American
Servings: 24
Calories: 252kcal

Ingredients

For the Bread:

  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup vegetable oil or substitute half with applesauce
  • 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 cups grated zucchini
  • 1 cup diced and peeled apple
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

  • Prepare the pans: Grease two 8x4-inch loaf pans or six mini loaf pans. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
  • Prep the fruits: Grate the zucchini and set aside. Peel and dice the apple into small pieces.
  • Mix dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
  • Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat together the eggs, vegetable oil (or applesauce), vanilla extract, white sugar, and brown sugar until well blended.
  • Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  • Add zucchini, apples, and nuts: Gently fold in the grated zucchini, diced apple, and chopped walnuts. Let the batter rest for 5 minutes.
  • Pour into pans: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans.

Bake:

  • Mini loaves: Bake for 35-40 minutes.
  • Full-sized loaves: Bake for about 55 minutes.
  • Test for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center—if it comes out clean, the bread is ready.
  • Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan on a wire rack for 20 minutes. Then, remove from the pan and allow it to cool completely before slicing. Enjoy!
  • Notes
  • Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • Freezing: Wrap tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil, then place in a freezer bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature or in the fridge overnight.