Banana Health Loaf
Wholesome, moist, and irresistibly flavorful, this Banana Health Loaf is the ultimate guilt-free treat for your mornings or snack cravings! Packed with nutrient-rich ingredients like ripe bananas, whole wheat flour, rolled oats, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness, this loaf strikes the perfect balance between indulgence and nutrition. The addition of unsweetened applesauce keeps it wonderfully moist, while warm cinnamon and crunchy walnuts add layers of texture and flavor to every bite. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and baked to golden perfection, this easy banana bread recipe is ideal for meal prep, healthy snacking, or even a delightful brunch option. Enjoy it fresh or store leftovers for up to 4 days—though it’s so delicious, it may not last that long! Perfect for those seeking a refined sugar-free and fiber-packed twist on classic banana bread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pieces ripe bananas
- 1.5 cups whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cups rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cups honey
- 0.25 cups unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cups chopped walnuts
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the honey, applesauce, vanilla extract, and egg. Whisk until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, rolled oats, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Do not overmix, as this can make the loaf dense.
Fold in the chopped walnuts carefully to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days at room temperature, or refrigerate for prolonged freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
232 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.5 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 23 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 217 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.2 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.2 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 24 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 307 mg | 7% | |
*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.
