Healthy Banana Bread
This moist and delicious banana bread is made healthier with whole wheat flour, natural sweeteners, and wholesome ingredients. A perfect guilt-free treat for breakfast or snack.
Equipment
- Loaf pan
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
Ingrédients
- 1/3 cup melted coconut oil or olive oil
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2–3 medium)
- 1/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 3/4 cups white whole wheat flour or regular whole wheat flour
- Optional add-ins: chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruit
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the oil and honey. Add the eggs and beat well.
- Mix in the mashed bananas and milk, followed by baking soda, vanilla, salt, and cinnamon.
- Stir in the flour until just combined. Fold in nuts, chocolate, or dried fruit if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
This healthier banana bread uses whole wheat flour and natural sweeteners. It stays moist for up to 3 days at room temperature, a week refrigerated, or 3 months frozen.