Zucchini in banana bread? Yeah, it sounds weird until you taste it. This loaf is moist, wholesome, and unapologetically delicious. The zucchini keeps it incredibly tender without tasting like a salad. Meanwhile, the bananas bring their signature sweetness. But wait—the real kicker is the luscious coffee frosting drizzled on top. It’s bold, velvety, and a total show-stealer. Perfect for breakfast, snack time, or bribing your caffeine-addicted friends into house-sitting. Just one warning: don’t tell anyone it has vegetables until after they’ve devoured a slice. Trust me—it’ll disappear faster than last season’s coffee trend.
Zucchini Banana Bread with Coffee Frosting
A moist zucchini and banana bread topped with bold coffee frosting. Perfectly spiced, rich, and ideal for any time of day.
Ingredients
For the Zucchini Banana Bread:
- Ripe bananas mashed: 3 medium
- Zucchini grated: 1 cup (squeezed to remove excess moisture)
- All-purpose flour: 1 ¾ cups
- Granulated sugar: ½ cup
- Brown sugar: ¼ cup
- Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
- Baking soda: ½ teaspoon
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Eggs: 2 large
- Butter melted: ½ cup
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Greek yogurt: ½ cup
For the Coffee Frosting:
- Brewed coffee cooled: 3 tablespoons
- Powdered sugar: 1 cup
- Butter softened: 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat and Prepare the Pan
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- Step 2: Grate the Zucchini
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel. Set aside.
- Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until evenly combined.
- Step 4: Combine Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, beat the sugars, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth. Stir in mashed bananas and Greek yogurt.
- Step 5: Fold in Zucchini and Combine Mixtures
- Add the grated zucchini to the wet mixture. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Step 6: Bake the Bread
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Step 7: Prepare the Coffee Frosting
- Beat the softened butter with powdered sugar. Slowly drizzle in the cooled coffee while whisking until smooth and creamy.
- Step 8: Frost and Serve
- Let the loaf cool completely. Spread the coffee frosting on top. Slice and enjoy the caffeinated goodness!
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving):
- Calories: 290
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
Key Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving):
- Vitamin B6: 6% DV
- Potassium: 270 mg
- Calcium: 3% DV
- Magnesium: 4% DV
- Iron: 5% DV
Additional Notes/Tips:
- Moisture Control: Squeeze zucchini thoroughly to prevent soggy bread.
- Spice It Up: Add a dash of nutmeg or ginger for extra flavor depth.
- Storage Tip: Wrap and refrigerate for up to five days.
- Serving Suggestion: Warm a slice and pair it with your favorite coffee for maximum indulgence.
