Description
Indulge in this delightful Healthy Banana Bread that’s not only moist and flavorful but also guilt-free! This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for breakfast or a snack, offering just over 100 calories per slice. With its low sugar content and oil-free preparation, you can enjoy a sweet treat without the extra calories. Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and pair it with nut butter or yogurt for added nutrition. Ideal for busy mornings or cozy afternoons, this banana bread will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe bananas
- 1 large egg
- 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter (or applesauce)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add the egg, sugars, and vanilla extract; mix well.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually add to the banana mixture.
- Fold in melted butter until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 19mg