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Banana Zucchini Bread

Banana Zucchini Bread

This banana zucchini bread is soft, moist, and naturally sweet, with tender zucchini and optional chocolate chips or nuts. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 10 people
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American, comfort food
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

For the Bread:
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg optional
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ripe bananas mashed
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded zucchini about 2 medium zucchini
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips optional

Equipment

  • 9×5 inch loaf pan
  • Parchment paper or nonstick spray
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Grater for zucchini
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk or electric mixer
  • Spatula

Method
 

Prepare Oven and Pan
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper or grease with nonstick spray.
Mix Dry Ingredients
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together:
  2. Flour
  3. Baking soda
  4. Baking powder
  5. Salt
  6. Cinnamon
  7. Nutmeg (optional)
  8. Set aside.
Cream Butter, Oil, and Sugars
  1. In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer or whisk to combine:
  2. Butter
  3. Oil
  4. Granulated sugar
  5. Brown sugar
  6. Mix until smooth and creamy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
Add Bananas and Zucchini
  1. Fold in the mashed bananas and shredded zucchini. Mix gently until fully combined.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
  1. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir until just combined—avoid overmixing to keep the bread light and tender.
Fold in Optional Mix-Ins
  1. If desired, fold in chopped nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor.
Fill Loaf Pan
  1. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.