Description
Healthy Zucchini Banana Bread is your go-to solution for transforming overripe bananas and fresh zucchini into a moist, delicious treat. Packed with nutrients and naturally sweetened, this bread is perfect for breakfast, a midday snack, or even dessert. The clever addition of zucchini provides an extra boost of fiber and vitamins without compromising on flavor. Easy to make and versatile enough to pair with nut butters, yogurt, or fresh fruits, this healthy loaf is sure to become a family favorite. Plus, it freezes well for future enjoyment!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup very ripe bananas (mashed, 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)
- 1 3/4 cups whole wheat flour (or spelt flour)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9" x 5" loaf pan with parchment paper or spray with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add grated zucchini, egg, oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until combined.
- Gradually add the flour and stir gently with a spatula until just incorporated; avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and level it out.
- Bake for approximately 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 68g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg