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Chocolate Zucchini Banana Bread

This moist and delicious quick bread combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, cocoa powder, and shredded zucchini, making it a guilt-free treat packed with nutrients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 3 large large eggs Acts as a binder for the bread.
  • 2 cups mashed ripe bananas Look for overripe bananas for natural sweetness.
  • 1 cup non-fat plain Greek yogurt Adds protein and moisture.
  • 1/2 cup melted coconut oil Provides healthy fats.
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup Natural sweetener.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds aroma and flavor.
Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup homemade oat flour Nutritious alternative to all-purpose flour.
  • 1 cup white whole wheat flour Provides fiber.
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Rich chocolate flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Leavening agent.
Add-Ins
  • 1 cup shredded zucchini Adds moisture and nutrition.
  • 1 cup chocolate chips Enhances the chocolate flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your baking tin by lining and greasing it with parchment paper.
  2. Grate the zucchini using a box grater or food processor, then squeeze out the moisture using cheesecloth or by patting it dry with a paper towel.
Mixing
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, then add the mashed bananas, Greek yogurt, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
  2. Fold in the oat flour, white whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, and baking soda until well combined.
  3. Gently fold in the squeezed zucchini and chocolate chips until evenly dispersed.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the prepared bread tin and sprinkle some extra chocolate chips on top.
  2. Bake for 50 - 55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  3. Let the bread cool completely in the pan before slicing.

Notes

Use overripe bananas for the best flavor. Ensure to squeeze excess moisture from the zucchini to prevent the bread from becoming too wet.