Name: Zucchini Banana Bread Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 3 eggs; 1 cup canola oil; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 cup brown sugar; 1 cup all purpose flour; 1 cup white whole wheat flour; 2 teaspoons cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 cup chopped pecans; 1 cup grated zucchini; 1 cup mashed bananas, very ripe

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This zucchini banana bread recipe use up overripe bananas and extra zucchini from the garden in this easy, moist quick bread.

A stack of three slices of banana bread on a white plate

It’s the best of both worlds. If you love banana bread and you love zucchini bread you’re going to love this combination.

Made in one bowl, this zucchini banana bread is moist from the zucchini and sweet, thanks to overripe bananas.

The crunch of chopped pecans gives this loaf texture.

Any way I can sneak extra veggies into my family’s food the better.

I have lots of different versions of quick breads and muffins on Home & Plate.

My double chocolate zucchini muffins are a healthy alternative to chocolate cupcakes and my zucchini blueberry bread is a classic with a sweet twist.

Ingredients for banana bread in a stand mixer

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How to make this zucchini banana bread recipe

This recipe comes together easily. The hardest part is grating the zucchini.

OK… Not really. Use a mini food processor or a box grater for the zucchini. I used white whole wheat flour and reduced the amount of sugar because the bananas were so sweet already.

Closeup of Zucchini Banana Bread in a loaf pan

Why does my quick bread crack on top?

That’s completely normal. The crack on top happens when the loaf “sets” in the oven before the bread is finished rising.

How will I know the zucchini banana bread is finished baking?

I like to check for doneness by using a toothpick. After about 45 minutes you’ll want to start testing. If your toothpick comes out clean the bread is done. otherwise add an additional 5 to 10 minutes baking time.

A loaf of sliced zucchini banana bread on a cutting board

Does zucchini banana bread taste like zucchini?

You really don’t taste the zucchini. But you will definitely taste the sweetness of the bananas and the crunchy texture from the pecans.

Do you peel zucchini before shredding?

You do not have to peel the zucchini before making the zucchini banana bread. Just be sure to wash the zucchini before grating it.

Can you freeze this zucchini banana bread recipe?

Yes. Just be sure to wrap it tightly in an airtight container before freezing. I like to slice the bread ahead of time and pull out a few slices at a time. Otherwise keep it tightly wrapped. No need to refrigerate.

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