Healthy Applesauce Banana Bread
Indulge guilt-free with this Healthy Applesauce Banana Bread, a moist and flavorful twist on the classic comfort food. Sweetened naturally with ripe bananas, unsweetened applesauce, and a touch of maple syrup or honey, this wholesome recipe is made with nutrient-rich whole wheat flour, making it a great option for a nutritious breakfast or snack. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and easy to customize with optional add-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or raisins, this banana bread comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bakes to golden perfection. Whether you're looking for a healthier baked good or a kid-approved treat, this recipe delivers all the flavor without the guilt. Enjoy it fresh out of the oven or as a make-ahead staple for your week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium ripe bananas
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1.5 cups whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup optional add-ins (e.g., chocolate chips, nuts, or raisins)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Stir in the applesauce, egg, vanilla extract, and maple syrup or honey until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
If using any optional add-ins, fold them into the batter at this stage.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 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 about 10 minutes. Then, carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Slice and serve your Healthy Applesauce 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 |
1849 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.2 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.0 g | 75% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 2020 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 340.4 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.9 g | 135% | |
| Total Sugars | 139.8 g | ||
| Protein | 42.8 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 276 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 2694 mg | 57% | |
*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.
