Banana Applesauce Bread

Moist, flavorful, and irresistibly tender, Banana Applesauce Bread is the ultimate guilt-free treat that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the wholesome goodness of unsweetened applesauce. This easy-to-make bread is packed with warm cinnamon spice, a touch of vanilla, and the option to add crunchy walnuts or gooey chocolate chips for an extra indulgence. Perfectly sweetened with a blend of granulated and brown sugars, this bread strikes a delightful balance of flavor without being overly rich. With a quick 15-minute prep time and 60 minutes in the oven, it’s a failproof recipe that will fill your kitchen with the cozy aroma of homemade baking. Enjoy it as a breakfast loaf, a snack, or a satisfying dessert—served plain or topped with butter or cream cheese. This crowd-pleaser is not only delicious but an excellent way to use overripe bananas and create a healthier twist on classic banana bread.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 large ripe bananas
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or nonstick cooking spray. Alternatively, line it with parchment paper for easier removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth using a fork or potato masher. Stir in the applesauce until well combined.

Step 3

Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the banana mixture. Whisk until smooth and combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Stir until just combined—do not overmix.

Step 6

If using chopped walnuts or chocolate chips, gently fold them into the batter at this stage.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 55–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 10

Slice and serve as is, or spread with butter or cream cheese for added indulgence. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1142 grams (1142.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2768

Total Fat 93.50g	120%
Saturated Fat 9.70g	49%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 372mg	124%
Sodium 2234mg	97%
Total Carbohydrate 447.60g	163%
Dietary Fiber 28.00g	100%
Total Sugars 201.60g
Protein 61.60g	123%

Vitamin D 80IU	400%
Calcium 251mg	19%
Iron 19mg	106%
Potassium 2514mg	53%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.2%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 62.2%