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5 Keys to Moist Zucchini Banana Bread Wonder

zucchini banana bread
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This zucchini banana bread recipe yields an incredibly moist and fluffy loaf that perfectly uses up ripe bananas and fresh zucchini. It is simple to prepare, making it an easy choice for a comforting breakfast or satisfying snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 cup)
  • 1 cup shredded zucchini, squeezed dry
  • Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped walnuts

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a standard 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set this dry mixture aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the granulated sugar and brown sugar. Whisk in the egg, oil, and vanilla extract until well blended.
  4. Stir the mashed bananas and the squeezed, shredded zucchini into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture. Mix only until no streaks of flour remain. Do not overmix.
  6. If using, gently fold in the chocolate chips or nuts now.
  7. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan.
  8. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before carefully turning it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Squeezing the excess moisture from the shredded zucchini is key for a fluffy, not soggy, bread.
  • Use very ripe, spotty bananas for the best flavor and moisture.
  • For an extra treat, swirl a tablespoon of softened cream cheese into the top of the batter before baking.
  • If you like a sweeter top, sprinkle a little coarse sugar over the batter before it enters the oven.

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