Apple Zucchini Pecan Bread
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Description: This delightful recipe yields three generous loaves of moist, flavorful bread that harmoniously combines the subtle sweetness of apples with the earthy goodness of zucchini, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Additionally, this bread freezes beautifully, ensuring you can enjoy a slice whenever you desire. A beloved recipe from Taste of Home.
Category: Quick Breads
Keywords: Breads, Apple, Fruit, Nuts, Oven, < 4 Hours
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 cups | All-purpose flour |
| 1 tsp | Baking soda |
| 1 ½ tsp | Ground cinnamon |
| ½ tsp | Ground nutmeg |
| ¼ tsp | Salt |
| 5 large | Eggs |
| 1 ½ cups | Granulated sugar |
| 2 cups | Brown sugar |
| 1 tsp | Vanilla extract |
| 2 cups | Shredded zucchini |
| 1 cup | Chopped apple |
| 1 ½ cups | Chopped pecans |
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2905.7 |
| Total Fat | 158.3 g |
| Saturated Fat | 20.5 g |
| Cholesterol | 310 mg |
| Sodium | 764.2 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 350.3 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.3 g |
| Sugars | 213.8 g |
| Protein | 34 g |
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt, whisking together until well blended to ensure an even distribution of the dry ingredients.
- In a separate bowl, beat the eggs thoroughly, then add in the vegetable oil, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract, mixing until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients, stirring gently but thoroughly until just combined, taking care not to overmix, as this can lead to a denser bread.
- Fold in the shredded zucchini, chopped apples, and chopped pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter, which will have a stiff consistency.
- Spoon the batter evenly into three greased 8x4x2 inch loaf pans, smoothing the tops slightly for even baking.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating that the bread is fully cooked.
- Allow the loaves to cool in the pans for about ten minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely, enhancing their texture and flavor.
Enjoy this delicious Apple Zucchini Pecan Bread fresh or store it in the freezer for a delightful treat at any time!
