Description
Healthy Zucchini Banana Bread is a deliciously moist and nutritious treat that seamlessly combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the subtle earthiness of fresh zucchini. This easy-to-make bread is perfect for breakfast, as a satisfying snack, or even enjoyed as a delightful dessert. With its wholesome ingredients, you can indulge guilt-free while sneaking in some veggies. Whether you’re busy in the morning or hosting friends, this versatile loaf is sure to impress with its rich flavor and fluffy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup very ripe bananas (mashed, approximately 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)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 3/4 cups whole wheat flour (or spelt flour)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9"x5" loaf pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Mix in the grated zucchini, egg, oil, syrup, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until combined.
- Gently fold in the flour using a spatula until just mixed—be careful not to overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and level it out.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Allow cooling for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg