Blueberry Banana Zucchini Bread: My Garden-Fresh Loaf (Print Version)
Bake a moist Blueberry Banana Zucchini Bread with garden zucchini, ripe bananas, and sweet blueberries. A delightful, easy-to-make breakfast or snack.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 60 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 75 minutes
Servings: 10 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian
# Ingredients:
→ Dry Staples
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2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
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1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Essentials
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1 1/2 cups (about 3-4 medium) very ripe mashed bananas
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2 large eggs
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1/2 cup (120ml) vegetable oil
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Flavor Stars
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1 cup (about 1 medium) grated zucchini, squeezed dry
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1 cup fresh blueberries
→ Optional Extras
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1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
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1 tablespoon lemon zest
# Instructions:
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First things first, let's get that oven preheating to 350°F (175°C). Then, grab your 9x5 inch loaf pan. I usually grease it well and then dust it with a little flour, or sometimes I just line it with parchment paper, leaving an overhang to make lifting the loaf out super easy. Honestly, I've had loaves stick before, and it’s truly heartbreaking to lose half your hard work to the pan. Don't be like me; prep your pan!
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In a large bowl, whisk together your flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Give it a good whisk until everything is nicely combined. This step is important for even distribution of the leavening agents, or you might end up with uneven pockets of air, which, oops, has happened in my kitchen more than once. Just make sure there are no lumps!
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In another bowl, mash those ripe bananas. The riper they are, the easier they mash and the sweeter your bread will be! Then, whisk in the eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until it's all smooth. I love the smell of bananas and vanilla together; it just screams comfort. Don't worry if it's not perfectly uniform; a few banana lumps are totally fine!
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Now, pour the wet banana mixture into the dry ingredients. Mix gently with a spatula, just until combined. This is crucial: do not overmix! Overmixing develops the gluten, making your Blueberry Banana Zucchini Bread tough and chewy, and we want a tender crumb. A few streaks of flour are perfectly acceptable, honestly.
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Gently fold in your grated, squeezed zucchini and fresh blueberries. I usually toss the blueberries with a tablespoon of flour first; it helps prevent them from sinking to the bottom of the loaf. This is where the bread really starts to come alive, with those vibrant pops of blue and green. Be careful not to crush the blueberries too much!
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Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Pop it into the preheated oven and bake for about 50-65 minutes. You'll know it's done when a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. The top will be beautifully golden brown, and your kitchen will smell absolutely incredible – like pure happiness! Let it cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
# Notes:
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Don't overmix the batter; it makes the bread tough, and I learned that the hard way after a few dense loaves.
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This bread freezes beautifully! Just wrap individual slices tightly in plastic wrap, then foil, for a quick breakfast later.
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Ran out of blueberries once and used chopped apples instead – it gave it a lovely fall twist, though the texture was a bit different.
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A smear of cream cheese frosting takes this from a humble loaf to a dessert-worthy treat, honestly.
# Tools You'll Need:
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9x5 inch loaf pan
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2 large mixing bowls
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whisk
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spatula
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grater
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measuring cups and spoons
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 280
Total Fat: 12g
Total Carbohydrate: 40g
Protein: 4g