Carrot Apple Jam Zucchini Bread

This Carrot Apple Jam Zucchini Bread is soft, moist, and lightly spiced, with just the right amount of sweetness from the jam. The zucchini adds a tender texture, while walnuts bring a subtle crunch. It's a simple, wholesome loaf that's great for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert. Easy to make and perfect for sharing!

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

• 1/3 cup brown sugar

• 1 cup AARI Carrot Apple Jam (purchase here)

• 1/4 cup vegetable oil

• 1 tsp baking soda

• 1/2 tsp baking powder

• 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• 1/2 tsp nutmeg

• 1/8 tsp ground cardamom

• 1 cup shredded zucchini (drained)

• 1/2 cup walnuts

Directions

1. Prepare Your Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 4x8-inch loaf pan and set aside.

2. Prep the Zucchini: Shred the zucchini using a food processor or cheese grater. Use a cheesecloth or paper towels to squeeze out the excess moisture.

3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, carrot apple jam, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.

4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom.

5. Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.

6. Add Zucchini and Walnuts: Gently fold in the shredded zucchini and chopped walnuts.

7. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. Cool and Serve: Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

• Loaf can be stored at room temperature wrapped in foil, beeswax wrap or plastic wrap for 3 days.

Estimated Nutritional Information for Whole Loaf

• Calories: 2238 kcal

• Carbohydrates: 312g

• Protein: 30g

• Fat: 102g

  • Saturated Fat: ~15g

• Cholesterol: ~0 mg (no ingredients contain cholesterol)

• Sodium: ~1060 mg

• Potassium: ~1230 mg

• Fiber: ~13g

• Sugar: ~178g

• Vitamin A: ~3600 IU

• Vitamin C: ~15 mg

• Calcium: ~105 mg

• Iron: ~6 mg