Description
Banana Zucchini Bread is a delightful fusion of flavors that combines the sweet, familiar taste of banana with the moist, nutritious goodness of zucchini. This easy quick bread is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, making it an excellent choice for any occasion. With its soft texture and golden crust, it’s sure to become a household favorite. Packed with wholesome ingredients, this recipe allows for customization, whether you want to add nuts or chocolate chips. Enjoy a slice fresh out of the oven or save some for later—this delicious bread stays fresh for days!
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas (1⅓ cup mashed)
- 2 medium zucchini (2 cups grated)
- ½ cup sugar
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup almond milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- Optional: ⅓ cup dark chocolate chips
- Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Stir in sugar, olive oil, almond milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Grate the zucchini and fold it into the banana mixture after squeezing out excess moisture.
- Add flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; mix gently until combined.
- Optionally fold in chocolate chips and walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55 to 65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool on a wire rack before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (75g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Ensure bananas are very ripe for optimal sweetness. Do not overmix to maintain tenderness in your bread. Experiment with different add-ins like dried fruits or spices for added flavor.