Healthy Banana Bread is a wholesome and delicious treat that is perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert. This recipe provides a nutritious twist on the classic banana bread by incorporating whole wheat flour, Greek yoghurt, and honey as healthier alternatives to refined ingredients.
With the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and the warm, comforting flavours of cinnamon and nutmeg, this banana bread is sure to satisfy your cravings without compromising your health goals. Enjoy a slice toasted with a spread of nut butter, or simply enjoy it on its own for a guilt-free indulgence that nourishes both body and soul.
Healthy Banana Bread
Course: Food u0026amp; Recipes15
minutes1
hourIngredients
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 ripe bananas, mashed
1/3 cup Greek yogurt
1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
1/4 cup coconut oil, melted (or substitute with unsweetened applesauce)
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional add-ins: chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruits
Directions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until well combined.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Add the Greek yoghurt, honey or maple syrup, melted coconut oil, beaten eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until all the wet ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients. Use a spatula or wooden spoon to gently fold the mixture together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- Add Optional Add-Ins: If desired, fold in any optional add-ins such as chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruits into the batter.
- Transfer to Loaf Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
- Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the banana bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing. Enjoy slices of Healthy Banana Bread as a nutritious and satisfying snack or breakfast option!