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Ingredients
• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 cup zucchini, shredded
• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup chocolate chips, preferably dark
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas and shredded zucchini.
- Mix in the unsweetened applesauce and honey (or maple syrup) to the banana-zucchini mixture until well combined.
- Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, reserving a few to sprinkle on top before baking.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Sprinkle the reserved chocolate chips evenly over the surface of the batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out mostly clean with only a few moist crumbs attached.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
- Once cooled, slice the banana bread and serve as a healthy breakfast or snack.
Q1: Can I use regular all-purpose flour instead of whole wheat flour in this banana bread recipe?
A1: Yes, you can use regular all-purpose flour as a substitute for whole wheat flour in this recipe. The texture and flavor may vary slightly, but it will still yield delicious results.
Q2: Can I omit the chocolate chips if I want to make this banana bread less sweet?
A2: Absolutely! If you prefer a less sweet version, you can omit the chocolate chips entirely. You can also reduce the amount of honey or maple syrup to adjust the sweetness to your preference.
Q3: Is it okay to replace the unsweetened applesauce with another ingredient?
A3: Yes, you can replace the unsweetened applesauce with an equal amount of plain Greek yogurt or melted coconut oil for a slightly different flavor and texture. Each substitution may result in a subtle variation, so choose based on your preference.
