Description
Chocolate Chip Zucchini Banana Bread is a delightful blend of flavors and textures, making it the ultimate treat for any time of day. This moist and flavorful bread combines ripe bananas and fresh zucchini with rich chocolate chips to create a deliciously sweet loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or as a simple snack. Whether you’re looking to use up overripe bananas or sneak in some veggies, this easy-to-follow recipe has you covered. With its soft crumb and irresistible taste, it’s sure to be a hit at gatherings or as a thoughtful gift for loved ones.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- 1 ¼ teaspoons cream of tartar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup canola oil
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg (lightly beaten)
- 1 cup finely grated zucchini
- 1 cup mashed bananas
- 1 ½ cups chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease an 8" x 4" loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking soda, baking powder, cream of tartar, and salt.
- In a stand mixer bowl, beat together the canola oil and granulated sugar until combined. Add the beaten egg and mix well. Incorporate the grated zucchini.
- Gradually add the dry mixture alternately with the mashed banana until well blended.
- Fold in the chocolate chips gently with a spatula.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for about 50 to 55 minutes. Tent with foil during the last 15 minutes if necessary to prevent browning.
- Allow cooling before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg