This twist on classic zucchini bread adds the sweetness of carrots along with some warm spices and bright citrus.

This makes a moist and rich bread perfect for a sweet breakfast or daytime snack.

Feel free to leave the bread unadornedits delicious on its own!

Zucchini Carrot Bread on Circular Wood Board, Surrounded by Carrots, Zucchini, and Coconut Flakes

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or lean into your sweet tooth and top it with a vanilla nutmeg glaze and toasted coconut.

But we dont want too muchwe want a moist bread, not a soggy loaf.

Zucchini is a watery vegetable, especially those big ones pulled out of summer gardens.

Slices of Zucchini Carrot Bread on Round Wood Board Surrounded by a Kitchen Towel and a Small Bowl of Coconut Flakes

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Its important to remove that excess water before adding your zucchini to the bread batter.

you’re free to remove this water by wringing the grated zucchini out over the sink.

The wrung-out zucchini should feel more dry to the touch (more like the carrots).

Slice of Zucchini Carrot Bread with Butter on a Plate Next to Board with More Bread

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To Glaze or Not to Glaze?

When I want to justify having a big slice for a weekday breakfast, I go glaze-free.

Echoing the flavors of the loaf (cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, orange) would be great swaps!

Slices of Zucchini Carrot Bread on Round Wood Board Next to Small Bowl of Coconut Flakes

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Want a slightly tangier glaze?

Swap the whole milk for buttermilk.

Toppings Anyone?

Butter Loaf Pan for Zucchini Carrot Bread

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I also suggest topping with toasted coconut.

I love the nutty flavor and crunchy texture it adds.

Zucchini Carrot Bread Mix Ins

This bread is incredibly customizable.

Carrots Grated over a Cutting Board for Zucchini Carrot Bread Recipe

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Keep in mind that the coconut topping will get less crunchy over time.

It also freezes well!

I love having a few slices stashed in my freezer to pull out for a special treat.

Water Squeezed Out from Zucchini in Cheese Cloth for Zucchini and Carrot Bread

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If freezing, leave off the glaze and coconut topping.

Make These Quick Breads!

Using a box grater, carefully grate the carrots with the large holes.

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You should have about 1 cup packed.

Next, grate the zucchini using a box grater with the large holes.

Using your hands or a clean dish towel or nut milk bag, wring out the zucchini.

Wet Ingredients for Zucchini Carrot Bread in a Bowl with a Whisk

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You should have about 1 cup packed zucchini.

In a large bowl, whisk both sugars and vegetable oil, until combined.

Add the eggs and whisk until smooth.

Zucchini and Carrot Added to Wet Ingredients for Bread

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Add the grated carrots, grated zucchini, and the orange zest to bowl and stir to distribute.

Use a rubber spatula to fold in the flour mixture until just combined.

There should be no visible streaks of flour once thoroughly combined.

Zucchini Carrot Bread Batter in Loaf Pan

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

Sprinkle the demerara sugar over top.

Stir in the vanilla, salt, and nutmeg.

Zucchini Carrot Bread on Cooling Rack

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Use a spoon to drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread.

Sprinkle the toasted coconut overtop.

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