Lightened Up Banana Bread
Indulge in a healthier twist on a classic treat with this "Lightened Up Banana Bread" recipe, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt! Made with ripe bananas, protein-rich Greek yogurt, and naturally sweetened with honey, this moist and flavorful banana bread skips the refined sugar and butter commonly found in traditional recipes. Whole wheat flour adds a wholesome, hearty base, while a hint of cinnamon brings a cozy warmth to every bite. The recipe comes together effortlessly with just 10 minutes of prep time, and you can customize it with dark chocolate chips or nuts for added texture and flavor. Whether enjoyed as a quick breakfast, a midday snack, or a wholesome dessert, this guilt-free banana bread is sure to become a household favorite. Bonus: it's perfect for meal prep, staying fresh for up to a week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large Ripe bananas
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups Whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Optional: Dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth.
Add the eggs, Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Whisk until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix.
If using dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts, gently fold them into the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the banana bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve! 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 |
1699 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.0 g | 45% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 384 mg | 128% | |
| Sodium | 2049 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 314.5 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.2 g | 136% | |
| Total Sugars | 129.9 g | ||
| Protein | 57.8 g | 116% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 350 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 2759 mg | 59% | |
*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.
