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Moist Homemade Chocolate Chip Zucchini Banana Bread

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A quick and easy moist chocolate chip zucchini banana bread that balances flavors and textures perfectly, making it a comforting and healthy treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups shredded zucchini, squeezed to remove excess moisture
  • 2 large very ripe bananas, mashed
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled (can substitute coconut oil for dairy-free)
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar for richer flavor)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Shred zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. In a medium bowl, whisk melted butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and mashed bananas until smooth.
  5. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Fold in shredded zucchini and chocolate chips, reserving a small handful of chips to sprinkle on top.
  7. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan and smooth the top; sprinkle reserved chocolate chips evenly on top.
  8. Bake for 60-70 minutes, starting to check at 55 minutes with a toothpick; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Cool bread in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Squeeze zucchini thoroughly to avoid soggy bread. Use very ripe bananas for natural sweetness. Fold ingredients gently to prevent dense bread. Add chocolate chips last to prevent sinking. Tent with foil if top browns too quickly. Room temperature eggs blend better.

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