Yummy Healthy Banana Bread
Indulge guilt-free with this Yummy Healthy Banana Bread recipe, a perfect blend of wholesome ingredients and delicious flavor. Sweetened naturally with ripe bananas and honey, and enriched with creamy Greek yogurt, this bread is moist, tender, and packed with nutrients. Made with whole wheat flour and spiced with a warm hint of cinnamon, it’s a healthier take on a classic favorite—without compromising taste! Customize it with optional add-ins like crunchy walnuts or dark chocolate chips for extra texture and richness. With just 15 minutes of prep and an irresistible aroma wafting through your kitchen as it bakes, this easy banana bread is ideal for breakfast, snacking, or as a better-for-you dessert.
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Ingredients
- 3 medium ripe bananas
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 0.3 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or dark chocolate chips (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
Step 3
Add the eggs, Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas, then whisk together until well combined.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Step 6
If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts or dark chocolate chips to the batter.
Step 7
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 9
Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Step 10
Serve and enjoy your delicious, healthy banana bread!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 961 grams (961.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2196 |
| Total Fat 96.10g | 123% |
| Saturated Fat 13.50g | 68% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g | |
| Cholesterol 384mg | 128% |
| Sodium 2049mg | 89% |
| Total Carbohydrate 294.60g | 107% |
| Dietary Fiber 40.60g | 145% |
| Total Sugars 112.00g | |
| Protein 73.10g | 146% |
| Vitamin D 82IU | 410% |
| Calcium 386mg | 30% |
| Iron 14mg | 79% |
| Potassium 2863mg | 61% |
Source of Calories