Description
Healthy Zucchini Banana Bread is a delightful fusion of sweet bananas and nutrient-rich zucchini, creating a moist and flavorful loaf perfect for any time of day. This easy-to-make bread is an excellent way to incorporate vegetables into your diet while satisfying your sweet tooth. Enjoy it for breakfast, as an afternoon snack, or even as a wholesome dessert. With simple ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen, this recipe offers a guilt-free indulgence that’s sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 large)
- 1 cup grated zucchini (squeezed dry)
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup olive oil or avocado oil
- 1/2 cup maple syrup or honey
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 3/4 cups whole wheat flour or spelt flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9" x 5" loaf pan by lining it with parchment paper or greasing it with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Stir in the grated zucchini, egg, olive oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt to the mixture, whisking to combine. Gently fold in the flour using a spatula until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for about 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack. Once completely cooled, slice and enjoy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 70g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg