Description
A moist and flavorful quick bread featuring carrots, apples, and zucchini, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup grated carrots
- 1 cup grated zucchini, squeezed dry
- 1/2 cup chopped apple
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the grated carrots, zucchini, chopped apple, and nuts (if using).
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Ensure your zucchini is squeezed very dry to prevent a soggy bread.
- You can substitute brown sugar for granulated sugar for a richer flavor.
- Add raisins or dried cranberries for extra sweetness and texture.
- Store cooled bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Quick Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: approximately 250-300 (will vary based on ingredients and optional additions)
- Sugar: 20-25g
- Sodium: 150-200mg
- Fat: 12-15g
- Saturated Fat: 2-3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10-12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35-40g
- Fiber: 2-3g
- Protein: 3-4g
- Cholesterol: 30-40mg
Keywords: carrot bread, apple bread, zucchini bread, quick bread, moist bread, breakfast bread, snack bread