Fantastic Low Fat Banana Bread
Indulge in the guilt-free comfort of this *Fantastic Low Fat Banana Bread*! Packed with wholesome ingredients, this naturally sweetened recipe uses ripe bananas, honey or maple syrup, and unsweetened applesauce to create a tender, moist loaf without the need for excessive oil or sugar. Made with whole wheat flour and subtly spiced with cinnamon, it’s a nutritious option perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Customize it with optional mix-ins like chopped walnuts or dark chocolate chips for an extra touch of flavor. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-follow recipe is a healthy twist on a classic treat that’s sure to please the whole family. Trust us—this light banana bread is so delicious, you won’t miss the extra fat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe bananas
- 0.25 cup honey (or maple syrup)
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1.5 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup optional mix-ins: chopped walnuts or dark chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it with non-stick spray.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
Add the honey, unsweetened applesauce, vanilla extract, and eggs to the mashed bananas. Whisk until fully combined and smooth.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
If using mix-ins like walnuts or dark chocolate chips, gently fold them into the batter at this stage.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake the banana bread in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and enjoy your fantastic low-fat banana bread! 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 |
2231 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 94.2 g | 121% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.1 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 2459 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 323.0 g | 117% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 45.0 g | 161% | |
| Total Sugars | 123.8 g | ||
| Protein | 62.4 g | 125% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 256 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 14.7 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 3197 mg | 68% | |
*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.
