Are you ready to transform your ordinary baking routine into a mouthwatering adventure? Prepare to be blown away by this incredible Zucchini Banana Bread that's about to become your new obsession! Imagine a perfectly moist, golden loaf that sneaks in nutritious zucchini, sweet bananas, and gets topped with the most irresistible browned butter cream cheese frosting you've ever tasted. This isn't just another banana bread recipe - it's a culinary masterpiece that will have your family and friends begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 60 mins
Total Time: 80 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 1 loaf
Ingredients
- 1 cup grated zucchini
- 1 cup mashed bananas
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup cream cheese
- 1/4 cup browned butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a medium bowl, combine the grated zucchini and mashed bananas. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time to the sugar mixture, whisking well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the zucchini and banana mixture until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top is browning too quickly, you can tent it with aluminum foil.
- Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the bread is cooling, prepare the browned butter cream cheese frosting. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the butter turns golden brown and develops a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the browned butter (make sure it's not too hot) and mix until well combined. If desired, you can add powdered sugar to taste for sweetness and a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors.
- Once the zucchini banana bread has completely cooled, spread the browned butter cream cheese frosting generously over the top using a spatula or a knife.
- Slice and serve your delicious zucchini banana bread with browned butter cream cheese frosting. Enjoy!
Tips
- Moisture is Key: Make sure to gently squeeze out excess liquid from the grated zucchini to prevent a soggy bread.
- Don't Overmix: Mix your batter just until ingredients are combined to keep the bread tender.
- Check for Doneness: Use the toothpick test - it should come out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Browning Butter Technique: Watch your butter carefully when browning to prevent burning - it should be golden and smell nutty.
- Cooling is Crucial: Allow the bread to cool completely before frosting to prevent the cream cheese from melting.
- Storage Tip: This bread stays moist for 3-4 days when stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 280kcal
Carbohydrates: 32g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 40mg
