Healthy Banana Bread
A delicious, healthy banana bread made with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour and ripe bananas, offering natural sweetness without the guilt.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups whole wheat flour Spoon it into the measuring cup and level it off for accuracy.
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup honey Can reduce to 1/3 cup for less sweetness.
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil Or use a neutral oil.
- 2 large eggs For a vegan version, replace with flax eggs.
- 1 1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas About 3-4 medium bananas; use very ripe ones for sweetness.
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt For extra moisture, consider adding an additional tablespoon.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or dark chocolate chips Adds flavor and texture.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate medium bowl, mix the honey and melted coconut oil until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in the mashed bananas, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined.
- Fold in the walnuts or chocolate chips if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- If the top is browning too quickly, tent it with aluminum foil during the last 15 minutes.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Use very ripe bananas for sweetness, don’t overmix the batter, and let the bread cool completely to prevent crumbling. For variations, try blueberries or add spices.