Carrot-Zucchini Loaf

Prep: 15 min Cook: 50 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

Moist, flavorful carrot-zucchini loaf with warm cinnamon and nutmeg, perfect for breakfast or snack, appealing to those seeking a healthy, tasty treat with fresh vegetable flavors.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2/3 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup safflower oil
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/3 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup shredded zucchini

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease an 8 x 4 x 2 1/2-inch loaf pan; set aside.
  3. In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and nutmeg; set aside.
  4. In a large bowl, beat brown sugar with safflower oil until smooth.
  5. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  6. Add milk and beat about 2 minutes.
  7. Mix in one-third of the flour mixture, then half of the shredded carrots and zucchini.
  8. Repeat, ending with the remaining flour mixture, and mix until just combined.
  9. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
  10. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  11. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

909 kcal 45% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 10.7g 21% DV
Total Fat 39.4g 51% DV
Carbs 142.4g 52% DV
Fiber 25.5g 91% DV
Sugar 47.4g 95% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 2884.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 1159mg 25% DV
Cholesterol 66mg 22% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 926mcg 100% DV
Vitamin C 13.8mg 15% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 2006.5mg 100% DV
Iron 10mg 56% DV
Diet fit High-fiber
Contains Milk Egg Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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