Summer is starting to wind down and that means that cozy fall flavors are coming in hot! While pumpkin spice might be the star of autumn, I personally cannot get enough of all things cinnamon apple. I grew up in the fruit belt of Michigan and we had more apples around than we knew what to do with. From pies to cakes, applesauce to cider, apples were a staple in our fall diet. You’d think that I would have tried every kind of apple baked good, but then I came across the idea of Apple Zucchini Bread… something I’d never had!

The combo probably sounds like a match made in heaven if you’re a gardener. Those late season zucchini start coming and they don’t stop coming! When you’re tired of your standard zucchini bread, this recipe is the thing to get you out of your baking rut.

The batter is subtly sweet with a bold cinnamon flavor. Shredded zucchini keeps the texture extra moist and the juicy pops of diced apple add a little excitement to every bit. Whip up the simple batter and pop the two loaves in the oven for just under an hour. I recommend tenting the loaves with foil to prevent the tops from burning near the end of baking.

Whether you enjoy it warm with a pat of butter or save a slice for breakfast with a cup of coffee, this bread is sure to be a hit. It’s the perfect treat to bring to your neighbor or share with friends before or after a meal. You can’t go wrong with our Apple Zucchini Bread!