Description
Start your morning or afternoon with a warm slice of Apple Zucchini Bread with Brown Sugar Frosting. This easy recipe combines freshly grated zucchini, tart green apples, and cozy spices into a soft, moist loaf. Perfect for quick breakfast ideas, healthy snack options, or a simple dessert, this easy recipe is finished with a decadent brown sugar glaze that takes it to bakery-level deliciousness. Great for fall baking, brunches, or anytime you need food ideas that hit the sweet spot.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup shredded zucchini (1 medium)
1 cup finely chopped green apple (1 medium)
1/4 cup unsalted butter (for frosting)
1/2 cup brown sugar (for frosting)
2 tablespoons milk (for frosting)
1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat eggs with granulated sugar and brown sugar until smooth. Add vegetable oil and vanilla; mix well.
4. Fold in shredded zucchini and chopped apple.
5. Gradually stir dry ingredients into wet until just combined.
6. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and bake for 50–55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool completely.
7. For the frosting, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add brown sugar and cook 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
8. Add milk and bring to a gentle boil. Remove from heat and stir in powdered sugar until smooth.
9. Pour warm frosting over cooled bread and let it set for 15 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Lightly squeeze the shredded zucchini to avoid excess moisture.
Let the bread cool fully before frosting for best results.
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or freeze for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 190mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: quick breakfast, easy recipe, healthy snack, bread, apple zucchini bread