Best Ever Healthy Banana Bread Recipe

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Best Ever Healthy Banana Bread Recipe

Enjoy this moist and delicious banana bread made with whole wheat flour and natural sweeteners. It's a healthier twist on a classic favorite!

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Servings: 12 slices

Course: Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Ingredients

• 3 ripe bananas mashed
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 egg
• 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas. Add applesauce, honey/maple syrup, vanilla extract, and egg. Mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Stir in the chopped nuts (if using).
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra flavor, try adding chocolate chips or dried fruit!