Apple Zucchini Bread with Brown Sugar Frosting
Apple Zucchini Bread with Brown Sugar Frosting is a delightful blend of moist apples and tender zucchini, creating a delicious quick bread that’s perfect for any occasion. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of tart apples with the subtle earthiness of zucchini, resulting in a comforting loaf ideal for breakfast or dessert. The luscious brown sugar frosting adds an irresistible touch, making each slice a treat you won’t want to miss. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, this recipe is perfect for both novice bakers and seasoned pros. Enjoy the rich flavors while sneakily incorporating veggies into your diet!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1 cup diced tart apples (like Granny Smith)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs then mix in grated zucchini, diced apples, oil, brown sugar, and vanilla.
- Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling before frosting with a mixture of softened butter and brown sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg