Try Healthy Banana Bread Variations at Home!
Banana bread is a classic favorite, and for good reason – it's moist, delicious, and can be made in countless ways to suit every taste. In this recipe, we'll show you how to make a basic healthy banana bread, and then offer a variety of twists to take it to the next level. Whether you're looking for a sweet treat or a healthy breakfast option, we've got you covered! Don't miss out on these creative flavor combinations – see the full recipe below and start experimenting!
Basic Healthy Banana Bread Recipe
Ingredients:
* 3 large ripe bananas, mashed
* 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
* 1/2 cup rolled oats
* 1/2 cup brown sugar
* 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
* 2 large eggs
* 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
* 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. Fold in the chopped walnuts, if using.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before transferring to a plate.
Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 65-75 minutes
Variations:
* Cinnamon Swirl Banana Bread: Add 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon to the dry ingredients and sprinkle a mixture of cinnamon sugar (1 tablespoon sugar and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon) on top of the batter before baking.
* Chocolate Chip Banana Bread: Add 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips to the batter before baking.
* Pumpkin Spice Banana Bread: Add 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice to the dry ingredients and 1/4 cup canned pumpkin puree to the wet ingredients.
* Nutella Banana Bread: Add 2 tablespoons Nutella spread to the batter before baking.
* Espresso Banana Bread: Add 1-2 tablespoons instant espresso powder to the dry ingredients and a drizzle of chocolate glaze on top before serving.
* Coconut Banana Bread: Add 1/4 cup shredded coconut to the batter before baking.
* Cranberry Orange Banana Bread: Add 1/2 cup dried cranberries and 1 tablespoon orange zest to the batter before baking.
* Pecan Praline Banana Bread: Add 1/2 cup chopped pecans to the batter and a sprinkle of brown sugar on top of the batter before baking.
These are just a few ideas to get you started. Feel free to experiment and create your own unique flavor combinations!
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