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Healthy Banana Bread Recipe

Healthy Banana Bread Recipe
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A delicious and healthy banana bread recipe made with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour, applesauce, and maple syrup.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe medium bananas, mashed
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups whole wheat pastry flour (or regular whole wheat flour)
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan, or line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas well with a fork. Stir in the applesauce, maple syrup/honey, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the whole wheat pastry flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. If using, gently fold in the chopped walnuts or chocolate chips.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
  7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil.
  8. Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before carefully transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Slice and serve. Store leftovers at room temperature, covered, for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can use all whole wheat flour instead of whole wheat pastry flour, though the texture might be slightly denser.
  • Ensure your bananas are very ripe for the best sweetness and flavor.
  • If you don’t have applesauce, you can substitute with an equal amount of mashed pumpkin or sweet potato puree.

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