Description
Indulge in the warm, inviting flavors of Zucchini Banana Bread, a delightful fusion of overripe bananas and fresh zucchini. This moist, sweet loaf is perfect for any occasion—be it breakfast, snack time, or dessert. With its golden crust and tender interior, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a comforting treat that your family will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup grated zucchini (packed)
- 2 overripe bananas, mashed
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup walnuts or pecans, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two loaf pans or line with parchment paper.
- Grate zucchini using a box grater or food processor; squeeze out excess moisture.
- In a large bowl, mash bananas until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add eggs and vanilla to mashed bananas; mix well and fold in grated zucchini.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour batter evenly into prepared pans and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (67g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg