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Moist Zucchini Banana Bread Recipe

This moist and flavorful zucchini banana bread combines ripe bananas and fresh zucchini for a healthy twist on a classic favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
Wet Ingredients
  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened (or vegetable oil)
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Main Additions
  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed bananas
  • 1 cup grated zucchini
  • 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan.
  2. Mix dry ingredients in a bowl; set aside.
  3. Cream butter and sugars, then beat in eggs and vanilla.
  4. Stir in mashed bananas and grated zucchini.
  5. Fold in dry ingredients and nuts if using; pour into pan.
  6. Bake for 60-70 minutes, cool before slicing.

Notes

Ensure not to overmix the batter for a fluffy texture.