Whole Grain Zucchini Banana Bread
Elevate your baking game with this wholesome and nutritious Whole Grain Zucchini Banana Bread, a delightful fusion of flavor and health. Made with fiber-rich whole wheat flour and rolled oats, this moist and tender loaf incorporates ripe bananas and freshly grated zucchini for a naturally sweet and satisfying twist. Lightly sweetened with honey or maple syrup and enriched with creamy Greek yogurt, it's a guilt-free treat perfect for breakfast, snacking, or dessert. Customize the recipe by adding crunchy walnuts or indulgent chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, this zucchini banana bread is a must-try for any home baker looking to enjoy a healthy yet delicious baked good. Great for meal prep and freezer-friendly, it’s a crowd-pleaser you’ll keep coming back to!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cups Rolled oats
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 2 large Ripe bananas
- 1 cup Zucchini (grated, squeezed to remove excess moisture)
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 cups Greek yogurt (plain, unsweetened)
- 0.3 cups Honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups Walnuts or pecans (optional, chopped)
- 0.5 cups Chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, rolled oats, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Whisk them together to evenly distribute the ingredients.
In another mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add the grated zucchini, egg, Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet mixture into it. Gently fold the wet and dry ingredients together until just combined. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
If using, fold in the chopped nuts and/or chocolate chips at this stage.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the loaf pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Enjoy your Whole Grain Zucchini Banana Bread as is, or serve with a dollop of yogurt or a smear of nut butter!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2263 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.9 g | 99% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.3 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 224 mg | 74% | |
| Sodium | 2109 mg | 92% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 357.5 g | 130% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.0 g | 157% | |
| Total Sugars | 148.1 g | ||
| Protein | 63.4 g | 127% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 396 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 3264 mg | 69% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
