Healthy Banana Bread (Oats & Yogurt) – EASY & MOIST
A moist and wholesome banana bread made with ripe bananas, oats, and yogurt for a healthy, easy-to-make treat perfect for breakfast or snacks.
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 cup oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C)
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the plain yogurt, honey, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Mix well until all ingredients are combined
- In another bowl, combine the oats, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and a pinch of salt. Stir until evenly mixed
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula. Mix just until no dry flour remains – be careful not to overmix!
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan. Spread it evenly using a spatula
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean
- Once baked, let the banana bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely
Notes
Ensure your bananas are overripe for maximum flavor; they should be heavily speckled with brown spots
Don't skip the cooling step; letting the bread cool properly helps maintain its moisture
For added texture, consider adding in nuts or chocolate chips to the batter
Check for doneness a few minutes before the indicated time to prevent overbaking
For a more pronounced oat flavor, you can blend half of the oats into a flour-like consistency before mixing with the dry ingredients
Replace plain yogurt with Greek yogurt for extra protein
Use maple syrup instead of honey for a vegan-friendly option
If you prefer a gluten-free version, swap out the all-purpose flour for almond or another gluten-free flour blend
Don't skip the cooling step; letting the bread cool properly helps maintain its moisture
For added texture, consider adding in nuts or chocolate chips to the batter
Check for doneness a few minutes before the indicated time to prevent overbaking
For a more pronounced oat flavor, you can blend half of the oats into a flour-like consistency before mixing with the dry ingredients
Replace plain yogurt with Greek yogurt for extra protein
Use maple syrup instead of honey for a vegan-friendly option
If you prefer a gluten-free version, swap out the all-purpose flour for almond or another gluten-free flour blend