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The Best Healthy Banana Bread Recipe

The Best Healthy Banana Bread Recipe

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Indulge in the ultimate comfort of homemade banana bread with this easy and healthy recipe. Bursting with rich banana flavor, this moist loaf is perfect for breakfast, a midday snack, or even dessert. Made with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour and honey, it’s a guilt-free treat you can enjoy anytime. Plus, it freezes well, allowing you to savor delicious slices whenever the craving strikes. Whether enjoyed plain, topped with nut butter, or paired with yogurt and fresh fruit, this banana bread is sure to become a family favorite!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter (or coconut oil)
  • ½ cup honey (or pure maple syrup)
  • 1 ¾ cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 ½ large or 5 medium bananas)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups white whole wheat flour (or regular whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray and line the bottom with parchment paper.
  2. Melt the butter in a large bowl. Whisk in honey and mashed bananas until well combined, then add eggs and mix until smooth.
  3. Stir in baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and vanilla extract until evenly mixed.
  4. Gently fold in flour using a rubber spatula until just combined—some lumps are fine.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  6. Allow to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (about 60g)
  • Calories: 160
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg