Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Healthy Style
Say hello to guilt-free indulgence with this *Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Healthy Style*—a moist, naturally sweetened twist on the classic comfort food. Made with ripe bananas, protein-packed Greek yogurt, and a touch of honey or maple syrup, this recipe swaps out refined sugars and flours for wholesome alternatives like whole wheat flour. A sprinkle of cinnamon adds warmth, while dark chocolate chips create pockets of rich, melty goodness in every slice. Quick to prep in just 15 minutes, this delicious banana bread is perfect for a healthier breakfast, snack, or even dessert. Optional mix-ins like chopped nuts bring a satisfying crunch, making it customizable to your cravings. Whether you enjoy it warm from the oven or as a grab-and-go slice, this nutritious recipe proves that indulgence can be both balanced and flavorful!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large ripe bananas
- 2 large eggs
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup dark chocolate chips
- 0.25 cup optional mix-ins (e.g., chopped nuts)
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 bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
Whisk in the eggs, Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract until well combined.
In a separate bowl, mix together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the bread dense.
Fold in the dark chocolate chips and any optional mix-ins, such as chopped nuts, for extra texture and flavor.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve your healthy chocolate chip banana bread warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2282 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.9 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.1 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 1828 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 354.5 g | 129% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.0 g | 164% | |
| Total Sugars | 150.5 g | ||
| Protein | 59.4 g | 119% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 308 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 20.2 mg | 112% | |
| Potassium | 3418 mg | 73% | |
*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.
