Quick Easy Healthy Yummy Banana Bread
Indulge in the perfect blend of flavor, nutrition, and convenience with this Quick Easy Healthy Yummy Banana Bread recipe! Made with wholesome ingredients like ripe bananas, rolled oats, whole wheat flour, and a touch of maple syrup, this moist and hearty loaf is naturally sweetened and packed with fiber. Greek yogurt adds a creamy richness while keeping it low-fat, and a hint of cinnamon elevates its cozy, comforting taste. With just 10 minutes of prep time and the option to mix in chocolate chips or nuts, this versatile banana bread is ideal for a healthy breakfast, snack, or dessert. Plus, it’s freezer-friendly, making it a great make-ahead treat for busy days. Whether you enjoy it warm from the oven or as a grab-and-go bite, this easy banana bread will surely become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pieces ripe bananas
- 2 pieces eggs
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups rolled oats
- 0.5 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth using a fork or potato masher.
Add the eggs, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the bowl with the mashed bananas. Mix until well combined.
In another bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing just until no dry streaks remain. Avoid overmixing.
If using chocolate chips or nuts, gently fold them into the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve the banana bread slightly warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1443 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.3 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 384 mg | 128% | |
| Sodium | 2046 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 266.2 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.9 g | 110% | |
| Total Sugars | 101.8 g | ||
| Protein | 57.3 g | 115% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 328 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 2361 mg | 50% | |
*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.
