Banana Zucchini Walnut Bread
Banana Zucchini Walnut Bread is a delightful blend of flavors and textures that brings comfort and nostalgia to your kitchen. The sweet, moist banana pairs perfectly with the earthy zucchini and crunchy walnuts, creating a loaf that’s irresistible fresh from the oven or toasted for breakfast. Easy to make and adaptable with add-ins like chocolate chips or spices, this recipe is perfect for busy mornings or cozy afternoons at home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Stir in grated zucchini and eggs until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- Gently fold in chopped walnuts.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Substitute walnuts with pecans or omit nuts for a nut-free version. Add chocolate chips for extra sweetness or sprinkle extra cinnamon for warmth.