Healthy Banana Bread
Indulge in the delightful goodness of Healthy Banana Bread, a perfect treat for breakfast or as a snack. This moist loaf is made with ripe bananas, creating a naturally sweet flavor without overloading on sugar. With just over 100 calories per slice and no oil involved, you can enjoy this guilt-free delight any time of the day. Plus, it’s super easy to whip up with simple ingredients and straightforward steps, making it accessible for bakers at any skill level. Customize it further by adding your favorite nuts or chocolate chips for an extra touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 ripe bananas
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (or applesauce)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add the egg, vanilla extract, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon; stir to combine.
- In another bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the banana mixture; stir gently until just combined.
- Fold in melted butter or applesauce until fully incorporated.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 35-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 102
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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