Healthy Banana Bread
A moist and flavorful banana bread made with ripe bananas and whole grain flour, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 pieces ripe bananas Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness.
- 1/3 cup melted coconut oil
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup Natural sweeteners to enhance flavor.
- 2 large eggs Can substitute with applesauce or flaxseed meal for a vegan option.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon Can adjust spices for flavor variations.
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour For a gluten-free version, substitute with almond flour.
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional) Use any preferred nuts for added crunch.
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (optional) For a sweeter taste.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Stir in the melted coconut oil until well combined.
- Add the honey or maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract, and mix until fully incorporated.
- Sprinkle in the baking soda, salt, and cinnamon, and stir to combine.
- Gradually fold in the whole wheat flour until just mixed. Avoid overmixing.
- If using, fold in the chopped nuts and dark chocolate chips.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
Baking
- Bake for 60 to 65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
Serve plain or with nut butter for added protein. Toasting a slice enhances flavors.