Cozy Spiced Apple Zucchini (Print-Friendly Version)
This October-inspired loaf features grated zucchini, diced apples, and warming cinnamon and nutmeg. Moist and flavorful, it’s ideal for breakfast or a snack—one to keep handy.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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1 cup granulated sugar
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1 cup packed brown sugar
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4 large eggs
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1/2 cup canola oil
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1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
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1 teaspoon salt
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3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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2 cups grated zucchini (loosely packed)
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1 1/2 cups finely diced apple
# How to Make It:
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Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a 9 x 5 inch loaf pan to prevent sticking.
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In a large mixing bowl, cream together granulated sugar, brown sugar, and canola oil until pale and fluffy.
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Add eggs individually, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract until combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg to blend evenly.
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Gradually mix dry ingredients into the sugar-egg mixture, stirring until just combined.
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Fold in the grated zucchini and finely diced apple, ensuring even distribution throughout the batter.
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Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Carefully transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely before slicing.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Increase sugar for extra sweetness or add 1/4 cup milk or apple sauce for additional moisture. Store cooled bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days, or in the refrigerator for one week.