Description
A cozy, low-calorie banana bread that is simple to make and perfect for fall mornings.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour (or all-purpose)
- 1/2 cup rolled oats, ground lightly (optional)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp fine salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3 medium very ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup plain low-fat yogurt
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp olive oil or neutral vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line with parchment for easy removal.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, oats, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a larger bowl, mash bananas until smooth. Add yogurt, applesauce, honey, eggs, oil, and vanilla; whisk until combined.
- Fold the dry ingredients into the wet just until no streaks of flour remain. Overmixing will make the bread dense. Fold in nuts or chips if using.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan. Bake 45–55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Start checking at 40 minutes since ovens vary.
- Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Use very ripe bananas for best results. Don’t overmix to ensure a tender crumb.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American