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Delicious Carrot Apple Zucchini Bread served on a wooden plate.

Carrot Apple Zucchini Bread

This Carrot Apple Zucchini Bread combines the mild sweetness of apples and carrots with comforting zucchini for a delicious treat suitable for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup applesauce
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup grated zucchini Squeeze out excess moisture
  • 1 cup grated carrots
Dry Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Can be substituted for gluten-free blend
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Fresh spices recommended
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Optional Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans Optional; can replace with dried fruit or chocolate chips

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the grated carrots, grated zucchini, applesauce, eggs, sugar, oil, and vanilla.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Fold in the nuts if using.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, slice and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat slices in the microwave.