Description
Banana Zucchini Bread is a scrumptious quick bread that marries the sweetness of ripe bananas with the subtle moisture of fresh zucchini. This versatile loaf is ideal for breakfast, snacks, or dessert and can easily become the star of any gathering. With its rich flavors enhanced by dark chocolate chips and crunchy walnuts, this easy-to-make recipe offers a delightful balance of taste and nutrition. Enjoy it warm with butter, as a sweet sandwich base, or simply on its own; this comforting treat is sure to please everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- ⅓ cup dark chocolate chips
- ½ cup chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Prepare a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash bananas until smooth. Mix in sugar, olive oil, almond milk, and vanilla until well combined.
- Grate zucchini and drain excess water. Fold into the banana mixture.
- Add flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; stir gently until just combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips and walnuts if desired.
- Pour batter into the loaf pan and bake for 55 to 65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out mostly clean.
- Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 70g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness. Drain zucchini well to avoid excess moisture. Customize by adding your favorite nuts or spices.