Easy Lower Sugar Banana Flax Bread
Indulge guilt-free with this Easy Lower Sugar Banana Flax Bread, a wholesome twist on a classic favorite! Packed with naturally sweet ripe bananas, nutrient-rich ground flaxseed, and hearty whole wheat flour, this recipe creates a moist, tender loaf that’s lower in sugar but high in flavor. A touch of maple syrup and warm cinnamon adds just the right amount of sweetness and spice, while Greek yogurt keeps it delightfully light. Perfect for breakfast, snacking, or even dessert, this versatile bread is ready in just over an hour and can be customized with optional add-ins like chopped walnuts or chocolate chips. With minimal prep time and easy-to-follow instructions, this healthy banana bread is a must-try for anyone looking for a nourishing yet delicious treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large ripe bananas
- 2 eggs
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup maple syrup
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup ground flaxseed
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup optional chopped walnuts or chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Whisk in the eggs, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, melted butter, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
In a separate bowl, mix the whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, ground flaxseed, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix. If using chopped walnuts or chocolate chips, fold them in at this stage.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50–55 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. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Serve and enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2339 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 109.7 g | 141% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.4 g | 202% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 513 mg | 171% | |
| Sodium | 2057 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 299.4 g | 109% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.1 g | 129% | |
| Total Sugars | 110.9 g | ||
| Protein | 64.7 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 382 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 2715 mg | 58% | |
*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.
