Spiced Apple Zucchini Bread: Irresistibly Moist with Cream Cheese Glaze
This spiced apple zucchini bread is not only moist and delicious, but it’s also topped with a creamy glaze that makes it irresistible.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 90 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups grated zucchini
- 1 cup grated apple
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the grated zucchini and grated apple.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat the sugar and oil together, then add the eggs and vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients.
- Fold in the zucchini and apple mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before removing from the pan.
- For the glaze, beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and milk until smooth. Drizzle over the cooled bread.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can include chopped nuts or raisins in the batter.
- Ensure the zucchini is well-drained to avoid excess moisture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Spiced Apple Zucchini Bread, Cream Cheese Glaze