This zucchini banana bread combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with the moisture of zucchini and the richness of dark chocolate chunks. It’s a delightful twist on traditional banana bread, making it a perfect choice for breakfast or a snack.

Packed with healthy ingredients, this cottage cheese-boosted recipe ensures a super moist banana zucchini loaf that is both satisfying and nutritious. Enjoy this chocolate chunk banana bread as a healthier option for your baking needs.

Healthy Zucchini Banana Bread Recipe

This recipe features a blend of ripe bananas, shredded zucchini, and cottage cheese, creating a moist and flavorful loaf. The addition of dark chocolate chunks elevates the taste, making it a delicious treat that serves 8 slices.

Ingredients

• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 cup shredded zucchini (about 1 medium zucchini)
• 1/2 cup cottage cheese
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chunks

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 mashed bananas, shredded zucchini, cottage cheese, brown sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
5. Fold in Chocolate: Gently fold in the dark chocolate chunks until evenly distributed.
6. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy your healthy banana bread!

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 60 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 8 slices
• Calories: 180kcal
• Fat: 6g
• Protein: 4g
• Carbohydrates: 28g