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    Cinnamon Zucchini Banana Bread

    Published: Sep 10, 2021 · Modified: Jul 31, 2022 by Emily · This post may contain affiliate links · 35 Comments

    Cinnamon Zucchini Banana Bread is full of flavor and easy to make. This recipe is a combination of classic zucchini bread and banana bread with a cinnamon-sugar topping for an added crunch. This is one of the best ways to use all of that summer and early fall zucchini in the garden!

    cinnamon zucchini bread on a cooling rack
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    This Cinnamon Zucchini Banana Bread is a dense and moist loaf of bread that is sure to delight anyone who loves banana bread or zucchini bread. The best of both worlds topped with a crunchy cinnamon sugar topping.

    Ingredients Needed to Make Cinnamon Zucchini Banana Bread

    FROM THE PANTRY: You probably have most of these ingredients in your pantry already. You will need all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, salt, freshly ground nutmeg (or ground nutmeg), and sugar.


    PRODUCE AND DAIRY: Of course, for zucchini banana bread you will need a zucchini and a ripe banana along with an egg and fresh lemon zest.

    cinnamon zucchini bread ingredients

    How to Make Zucchini Banana Bread

    1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a bread pan with non-stick spray and parchment paper. I used a 9x5 pan.
    2. In a medium mixing bowl combine the dry ingredients, whisk together, and set aside. Combine the cinnamon and sugar for the topping in a small bowl and set aside.
    3. Add the zucchini, banana, egg, and lemon zest in a large mixing bowl and combine. Stir in the dry ingredients until a thick batter forms.
    4. Spoon the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle the top with the cinnamon mixture. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes and then place the loaf on a wire rack to continue cooling.
    a slice of cinnamon zucchini bread

    There is no oil or butter in this bread

    The ripe banana acts as a substitute for oil or butter in this quick bread recipe. Because of this, the bread will be denser than some other breads. Bananas are a great fat substitute in baking and less sugar is used because ripe bananas are so sweet.

    Tools Needed to Make Quick Bread

    You will need a bread pan to make this recipe. I used a 9x5 pan like the one below.

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    You will also need a cooling rack.

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    How to serve and store Zucchini Banana Bread

    My favorite way to enjoy this quick bread is with my morning coffee. This zucchini bread is also sweet enough to serve as a dessert and makes a delicious afternoon snack.

    Wrap any extra bread in plastic wrap or place it in a sealable container. It will stay good at room temperature for 2-3 days. If you want your zucchini bread to last longer, it can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to one week or you can freeze it for up to three months.

    slices of cinnamon zucchini bread and a latte

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    Cinnamon Zucchini bread sliced on a cutting board

    Cinnamon Zucchini Banana Bread

    Cinnamon Zucchini Banana Bread is a combination of classic zucchini bread and banana bread with a cinnamon-sugar topping for an added crunch.
    4.79 from 19 votes
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 50 minutes
    Cooling: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
    Servings: 16 servings
    Calories: 90kcal
    Author: EmilyFabulous

    Equipment

    • whisk
    • spatula or spoon
    • medium mixing bowl
    • large mixing bowl
    • small mixing bowl
    • nutmeg grinder/zester
    • 9x5 bread pan
    • cooling rack

    Ingredients

    Dry Ingredients

    • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ½ teaspoon baking soda
    • ¼ teaspoon baking powder
    • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
    • ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg (or ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg)

    Wet Ingredients

    • ½ cup sugar
    • 1 cup shredded zucchini
    • 1 ripe banana
    • 1 large egg, beaten
    • ¼ teaspoon lemon zest

    Cinnamon Sugar Topping

    • ¼ cup sugar
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a bread pan with non-stick spray and/or parchment paper. I used a 9x5 pan.
    • In a medium mixing bowl combine the dry ingredients, whisk together, and set aside. Combine the cinnamon and sugar for the topping in a small bowl and set aside.
    • In a large mixing bowl add the sugar, zucchini, banana, egg, and lemon zest and combine. Stir in the dry ingredients until everything is combined into a thick batter.
    • Spoon the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle the cinnamon and sugar mixture on top.
    • Bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes and then place the loaf on a wire rack to continue cooling.

    Notes

    • This bread is delicious when served warm, however, if you wrap it and let it sit overnight, it will allow the flavors to enhance and it will be easier to slice.
    • Check the bread after 35 minutes. If the top is browning too much, cover it with foil to prevent burning. 
    • A quick bread will typically get a crack down the middle when cooking so don't worry about it.
    • Wrap any extra bread in plastic wrap or place it in a sealable container. It will stay good at room temperature for 2-3 days. If you want your zucchini bread to last longer, it can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to one week or you can freeze it for up to three months.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1slice | Calories: 90kcal | Carbohydrates: 20.6g | Protein: 1.7g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 78mg | Potassium: 71mg | Fiber: 0.7g | Sugar: 10.5g | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg

    Any nutrition calculations are only estimates using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

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    Comments

    1. Carolyn Blase says

      July 31, 2022 at 5:43 pm

      1 star
      A lifelong excellent baker, this was the worst zucchini bread recipe I’ve ever made in my life. What a waste of time ingredients and money! Will never make it again. Noticed there was no oil or butter it was dense and heavy as a rock. You could break a window with it. We’ll never make it again. Actually give it zero stars.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        August 01, 2022 at 6:17 pm

        Sorry it didn't work out for you, Carolyn. The banana is meant to be the fat substitute which usually makes a more dense bread. Not everyone loves that type of texture, but thanks for giving it a try.

        Reply
    2. Tatiana says

      September 21, 2021 at 6:49 pm

      5 stars
      We enjoyed the bread while it was warm, very good

      Reply
      • Emily says

        September 21, 2021 at 6:58 pm

        One of the best ways to enjoy it. Thanks for trying the recipe!

        Reply
    3. Lindsay Howerton-Hastings says

      September 21, 2021 at 6:20 pm

      5 stars
      This is perfect for this time of year, when we're still getting zucchini but ready for some cooler weather flavors as well! Thanks for a great recipe.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        September 21, 2021 at 6:24 pm

        Yes! This is the best time of year because you still get fresh produce but it's time for the spices!! Enjoy!

        Reply
    4. Jeri says

      September 21, 2021 at 6:04 pm

      5 stars
      So many great flavors rolled up into one! Fantastic recipe!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        September 21, 2021 at 6:24 pm

        Thank you, Jeri!😊

        Reply
    5. Luca says

      September 21, 2021 at 3:18 pm

      5 stars
      Omg, I love this version with zucchini. I had never tried it, but I am so glad to have found and tried this!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        September 21, 2021 at 3:27 pm

        I'm glad you found it, Luca!

        Reply
    6. Shilpa says

      September 21, 2021 at 5:19 am

      5 stars
      This bread is so delicious and easy to make… absolutely love the flavours

      Reply
      • Emily says

        September 21, 2021 at 3:27 pm

        Thank you, Shilpa! Enjoy!

        Reply
    7. Swathi says

      September 21, 2021 at 4:31 am

      5 stars
      Cinnamon Zucchini banana bread looks delicious

      Reply
    8. Jamie says

      September 20, 2021 at 7:02 pm

      5 stars
      The spices are wonderful in this!

      Reply
    9. Adriana says

      September 20, 2021 at 6:54 pm

      5 stars
      I love zucchini bread so yummy

      Reply
    10. Bobbie says

      September 20, 2021 at 6:31 pm

      5 stars
      I love anything with cinnamon and this bread has such a delicious warm cinnamon flavor! I’m going to bake more for my friends! Thanks for the great recipe!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        September 20, 2021 at 7:51 pm

        I am a fellow cinnamon lover so I couldn't agree more. I hope your friends like it as much as you.😁

        Reply
    11. Gina says

      September 20, 2021 at 4:59 pm

      5 stars
      Love an easy quick bread like this and the addition of cinnamon is unusual and delicious paired with the zucchini!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        September 20, 2021 at 7:51 pm

        Cinnamon, banana, and zucchini work really well together. Thanks for checking it out!

        Reply
    12. Angela says

      September 20, 2021 at 4:50 pm

      5 stars
      This is a great quick bread recipe. It came out moist and tasty.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        September 20, 2021 at 7:50 pm

        So happy to hear it! Thanks for trying out the recipe.😊

        Reply
    13. Jenn says

      September 20, 2021 at 4:18 pm

      5 stars
      This quick bread is so moist and flavorful, I can't get enough of it! I love that it's packed with veggies and sweetness!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        September 20, 2021 at 4:46 pm

        Gotta get those veggies in wherever you can, right? I'm so glad you liked it!

        Reply
    14. Julie says

      September 20, 2021 at 4:13 pm

      5 stars
      The zucchini keeps this bread so moist and just love all the cinnamon in it. It is goes great with my morning coffee.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        September 20, 2021 at 4:45 pm

        That's exactly how I like to enjoy mine as well. Thanks, Julie!☕️

        Reply
    15. Shadi Hasanzadenemati says

      September 20, 2021 at 3:54 pm

      5 stars
      This is absolutely delicious! I love that it’s such a crowd pleaser for the whole family

      Reply
      • Emily says

        September 20, 2021 at 3:59 pm

        Thanks, Shandi! I'm so glad everyone loved it.

        Reply
    16. Kayla DiMaggio says

      September 20, 2021 at 3:09 pm

      5 stars
      yum! This cinnamon zucchini banana bread is so delicious! I loved how moist it was and the beautiful flavors!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        September 20, 2021 at 3:59 pm

        Kayla, I'm so glad you tried out this recipe and found it delicious!

        Reply
    17. Sabrina says

      September 20, 2021 at 3:03 pm

      5 stars
      Yummy, flavourful and moist, thanks!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        September 20, 2021 at 3:59 pm

        You are welcome, Sabrina!

        Reply
    18. Rob says

      September 20, 2021 at 2:57 pm

      5 stars
      What a great idea to combine zucchini and banana! Can't wait to try this!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        September 20, 2021 at 4:00 pm

        Thanks, Rob, you are going to love it!

        Reply
    19. Heather Johnson says

      September 20, 2021 at 2:17 pm

      5 stars
      love this bread! i just started eating zucchini bread and am obsessed - i try every recipe i find - love the cinnamon sugar!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        September 20, 2021 at 4:00 pm

        I'm glad you liked my version, Heather! Thanks for giving it a try.

        Reply

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