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The Best Healthy Banana Bread Recipe

The Best Healthy Banana Bread Recipe

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of this Best Healthy Banana Bread Recipe, a moist and fluffy treat that’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert. With its rich banana flavor and easy preparation method, it quickly becomes a family favorite. Made with wholesome ingredients, this banana bread is not only delicious but also nutritious. Customize it to suit your taste by adding nuts or swapping sweeteners. Plus, it freezes beautifully, making it ideal for busy mornings when you need a quick and satisfying bite. Enjoy every slice guilt-free!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter (or coconut oil)
  • ½ cup honey (or pure maple syrup)
  • 1 ¾ cups mashed ripe banana (about 3 ½ large or 5 medium bananas)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups white whole wheat flour (or regular whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350° F and prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray and parchment paper.
  2. Melt the butter in a large bowl; once melted, mix in honey and mashed bananas until smooth.
  3. Add eggs and whisk well; then incorporate baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gently fold in flour using a rubber spatula until just combined—avoid overmixing.
  5. Pour batter into the pan and bake for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Cool for about 10 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Author: Jennifer Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 160mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg