Apple zucchini bread is a comforting and flavorful dessert that perfectly captures the essence of autumn. This delightful treat combines the sweetness of apples with the moist texture of zucchini, creating a truly satisfying and unique experience. With its warm spices and cozy aroma, apple zucchini bread is sure to become a family favorite.
HOW TO MAKE APPLE ZUCCHINI BREAD
INGREDIENTS
Apple Mixture:
- 2 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- ¼ cup (50 g) light brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Zucchini Bread:
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 cup (220 g) light brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
- ¾ cup (164 g) vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¾ teaspoon baking powder
- ¾ teaspoon baking soda
- 2 cups grated zucchini, gently pressed to remove excess moisture
Crumb Topping:
- ¾ cup (94 g) all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup (42 g) confectioners’ sugar
- ½ cup (1 stick / 113 g) unsalted butter, cold and cubed
INSTRUCTIONS
Prepare the Apple Mixture:
- In a medium bowl, combine the diced apples, melted butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Mix well and set aside.
Make the Zucchini Bread:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
- In a large bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, eggs, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, kosher salt, baking powder, and baking soda. The mixture will be thick.
- Fold in the apple mixture and grated zucchini until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and set aside while you prepare the crumb topping.
Prepare the Crumb Topping:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and confectioners’ sugar.
- Add the cold, cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use your hands or a fork to blend the butter into the flour until it resembles pea-sized crumbs.
Assemble and Bake:
- Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the batter in the loaf pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 65-75 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean. If the top is browning too quickly, cover it loosely with foil for the last 10-15 minutes of baking.
- Allow the bread to cool slightly in the pan before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your delicious apple zucchini bread!
HOW TO STORE APPLE ZUCCHINI BREAD
For optimal freshness, store the quick bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one day. After that, transfer it to the refrigerator, where it can be kept for up to five days. Since the refrigerator can cause baked goods to dry out, it’s a good idea to warm the bread before enjoying it again.
HOW TO FREEZE THIS BREAD
To freeze the bread, ensure it is completely cooled. Then, place it in an airtight container or a freezer-safe sealable plastic bag, making sure to label and date it while removing as much air as possible. When stored properly, the bread will last for up to three months in the freezer. Before serving, simply let it thaw at room temperature.
