Low Fat Secret Ingredient Banana Bread
Indulge in the guilt-free goodness of Low Fat Secret Ingredient Banana Bread, a moist and flavorful twist on the classic loaf! This lightened-up recipe swaps butter with unsweetened applesauce, the "secret ingredient" that delivers incredible moisture while cutting down on fat and calories. Made with naturally sweet ripe bananas, a touch of cinnamon, and just the right amount of sugar, this wholesome banana bread is perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert. Quick to prepare and baked to golden perfection in under an hour, it’s an easy, crowd-pleasing treat that stays soft and tender for days. Plus, it’s made with simple pantry staples, so you can whip it up without a grocery run. Delicious, healthier, and irresistibly comforting—this banana bread proves that low fat can still taste indulgent!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large Ripe bananas
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Stir in the unsweetened applesauce, granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix gently until just combined—avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove the banana bread from the oven and allow it to 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 refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1517 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.9 g | 14% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 2568 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 333.2 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.3 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 147.5 g | ||
| Protein | 30.0 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 133 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1882 mg | 40% | |
*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.
