Judy's Exotic Zucchini Bread

Experience the perfect balance of sweetness and spice with *Judy's Exotic Zucchini Bread*, a moist and flavorful quick bread loaded with unique, wholesome ingredients. This delightful recipe combines the earthiness of freshly grated zucchini with the tropical twist of crushed pineapple and sweetened shredded coconut, giving it an irresistible aroma and texture. Warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg provide a comforting depth, while a splash of applesauce keeps the loaf tender and moist. Optional chopped nuts add a satisfying crunch, making it a versatile treat for breakfast, snack time, or dessert. Easy to make in under an hour, this zucchini bread is sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for using up summer zucchini, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of homemade baked goods!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup light brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cup vegetable oil
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 3 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups zucchini, grated and squeezed dry
• 0.5 cup crushed pineapple, drained
• 0.5 cup sweetened shredded coconut
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, vegetable oil, applesauce, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth and well-combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just incorporated. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.

Step 5

Fold in the grated zucchini, drained pineapple, shredded coconut, and chopped nuts (if using) until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and allow the loaf to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1675.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3966.1

Total Fat 176.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.2g
Cholesterol 558mg	0%
Sodium 3272.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 573.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.6g	0%
Total Sugars 353.6g
Protein 61.5g	0%

Vitamin D 120IU	0%
Calcium 401.8mg	0%
Iron 20.4mg	0%
Potassium 2480.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.4%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 55.6%