Ingredients
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 cup whole wheat flour (or a gluten-free alternative)
– 1 teaspoon baking soda
– ½ teaspoon baking powder
– ½ teaspoon salt
– ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
– ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 3 large eggs
– ¾ cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar for a deeper flavor)
– ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2-3 bananas)
– 1 cup grated zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)
– ½ cup chopped nuts (optional, such as walnuts or pecans)
– ½ cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Creating your Banana Zucchini Bread is both simple and rewarding. Just follow these easy steps:
1. Preheat Your Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Whisk until well mixed.
3. Beat the Eggs: In a large mixing bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them until frothy. Add the sugar, oil, and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
4. Combine Wet Ingredients: Fold in the mashed bananas and grated zucchini into the wet mixture until well combined.
5. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients. Stir gently until just combined; avoid over-mixing.
6. Add Optional Ingredients: If desired, fold in nuts and chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.
7. Pour Batter: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
8. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
9. Cool the Bread: Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 15 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
These simple instructions will guide you in crafting a moist and flavorful Banana Zucchini Bread that will leave your kitchen filled with irresistible aromas.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10 servings
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Fat: 9g
- Protein: 4g