Fat Free Banana Bran Bread
Light, wholesome, and irresistibly moist, this Fat-Free Banana Bran Bread is the perfect guilt-free treat packed with natural sweetness and hearty nutrition. Made with overripe bananas, fiber-rich crushed bran cereal, and unsweetened applesauce, this recipe eliminates added fats while maintaining a tender, flavorful loaf. A touch of ground cinnamon and vanilla extract brings warm, comforting aromas to every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep and a simple, no-fuss technique, this whole wheat banana bread is ideal for breakfast, a midday snack, or even dessert. Plus, it’s a great way to use up those overripe bananas lingering on your countertop! Healthy, easy, and delicious—this fat-free banana bran bread will become a staple in your baking repertoire.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large overripe bananas
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cup bran cereal (crushed)
- 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easier removal.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Stir in the unsweetened applesauce, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Add the egg whites to the banana mixture and whisk until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, crushed bran cereal, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter to ensure a tender loaf.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Place the loaf pan in the middle rack of the preheated oven and bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the banana bran bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1374 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.5 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2336 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 326.2 g | 119% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.2 g | 140% | |
| Total Sugars | 150.4 g | ||
| Protein | 34.3 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 200 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 2650 mg | 56% | |
*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.
