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Healthy Banana Bread

Healthy Banana Bread

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Indulge in a guilt-free treat with this Healthy Banana Bread recipe that perfectly balances moistness and flavor while keeping calories low. At just over 100 calories per slice, this simple loaf is made without oil and features the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. Ideal for breakfast, snacks, or a light dessert, this recipe is quick to prepare and uses common pantry staples. With its delightful aroma and satisfying texture, this banana bread is sure to become a family favorite.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 ripe bananas (1 1/3 cups mashed)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (or applesauce)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add the egg, vanilla extract, sugars, and cinnamon; mix well.
  3. In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this to the banana mixture until combined.
  4. Stir in melted butter or applesauce until fully integrated.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Author: Emma Moyer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 105
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 2g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg
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