Ingredients:

• 2 cups (265g) self-raising flour
• 1 tsp baking soda (bi-carb soda)
• Pinch of salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 cup (225g) caster sugar
• 3 eggs, lightly beaten (at room temperature)
• ½ cup (120g) melted coconut oil
• 1 cup grated carrot (about 2 small carrots)
• 1 cup grated zucchini, well-drained (about 1 large zucchini)
• 1 cup grated apple (about 2 small apples)

Instructions (Conventional Method):

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (fan-forced). Grease and line a deep loaf tin with baking paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, and cinnamon. Add the salt and sugar. Stir to combine.
3. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Pour in the eggs and melted coconut oil. Mix gently.
4. Add the grated carrot, drained zucchini, and grated apple. Fold until just combined.
5. Spoon the batter into your prepared tin. Smooth the top with the back of a spoon.
6. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Let the loaf cool in the tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days at room temperature, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Instructions (Thermomix Method):

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (fan-forced). Prepare loaf tin as above.
2. Add zucchini to the Thermomix bowl. Turbo 3–5 times to grate. Transfer to a strainer and squeeze out excess liquid.
3. Add carrot and apple to the bowl. Turbo 3–5 times to grate. Set aside.
4. Clean the bowl. Add flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Turbo 8 times to sift.
5. Add sugar. Mix for 10 seconds | Reverse | Speed 4.
6. Add eggs, melted coconut oil, and grated veggies/fruit. Mix for 15 seconds | Reverse | Speed 4 (use spatula to assist if needed).
7. Pour batter into prepared tin and bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a skewer comes out clean.
8. Cool in tin for 10 minutes before moving to a wire rack. Store as above.

Tips & Variations:

• Zucchini: Be sure to squeeze out excess moisture—use a clean tea towel or paper towels.
• No need to peel: Leave the skins on your apple, carrot, and zucchini if washed well—they add extra fiber and nutrients!
• Flexible: You can adjust the carrot/zucchini/apple amounts, as long as the total equals 3 cups.
• Optional Add-ins: Try chopped walnuts, pecans, or a drizzle of lemon glaze. Cream cheese frosting would also be a delicious topping.
• Freezer-friendly: Slice and freeze individually for a quick snack. Thaw at room temp before eating.