The Healthy Version of Going Bananas Bread
Dive into guilt-free indulgence with "The Healthy Version of Going Bananas Bread," a nutritious twist on the classic banana bread recipe! Perfectly moist and naturally sweetened with overripe bananas and a touch of honey or maple syrup, this wholesome treat is packed with fiber-rich whole wheat flour, heart-healthy rolled oats, and Greek yogurt for a boost of protein. A dash of cinnamon adds warmth, while optional walnuts or dark chocolate chips provide delightful texture and flavor. Ready in just over an hour, this easy recipe is ideal for breakfast, snacking, or a post-workout pick-me-up. It’s a delicious, no-fuss way to satisfy your sweet tooth while staying on a healthy track.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large Overripe bananas
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup Honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups Whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cup Rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts or dark chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
Peel and mash the overripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
Add the eggs, Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract to the bananas. Whisk until well combined.
In a separate bowl, mix the whole wheat flour, rolled oats, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
If using, fold in the chopped walnuts or dark chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 50–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and enjoy this healthier take on classic banana bread!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2392 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.3 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.9 g | 55% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 376 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 2638 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 333.5 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.4 g | 169% | |
| Total Sugars | 112.8 g | ||
| Protein | 76.6 g | 153% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 358 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 3320 mg | 71% | |
*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.
