This Crunch-Top Zucchini Banana Bread Loaf combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the moisture of zucchini, creating a deliciously moist banana bread. It’s a great way to use up ripe bananas and sneak in some veggies, making it a healthier option for breakfast or snacks.

This recipe is straightforward and yields a super moist banana bread that is perfect for sharing or enjoying on your own. The crunchy topping adds a delightful texture that complements the soft interior.

Delicious Zucchini Banana Bread Recipe

This homemade banana bread features ripe bananas and grated zucchini, resulting in a moist texture that is hard to resist. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and serves 8 slices.

Ingredients

• 1 cup grated zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)
• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/3 cup melted coconut oil or vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)
• 1/4 cup rolled oats for topping
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar for topping

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the melted coconut oil, brown sugar, granulated sugar, mashed bananas, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
3. Add Zucchini: Stir in the grated zucchini until evenly distributed.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
5. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. If using, fold in nuts or chocolate chips.
6. Prepare for Baking: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. In a small bowl, mix the rolled oats and brown sugar, then sprinkle it over the top of the batter.
7. Bake: Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 50 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 8 slices
• Calories: 180kcal
• Fat: 7g
• Protein: 3g
• Carbohydrates: 27g