Healthy Banana Bread Recipe

There's something incredibly comforting about the smell of banana bread baking in the oven. It’s a nostalgic treat that many of us have enjoyed over the years, but traditional recipes can often be high in sugar and butter. If you’re looking for a healthier alternative that doesn’t compromise on flavor, this recipe is for you! This healthy banana bread is naturally sweetened, dairy-free, and packed with nutritious ingredients, making it the perfect guilt-free indulgence.

Tips for Perfect Banana Bread

To ensure that your banana bread turns out perfectly every time, consider the following tips:

• Use Overripe Bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your bread will be. They should be heavily speckled with brown spots.

• Don’t Overmix the Batter: Overmixing can lead to dense, tough bread. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.

• Customize It: Feel free to add nuts, or dried fruit to the batter for extra texture and flavor. Walnuts or dark chocolate chips make excellent additions.

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Ingredients

• 3 bananas (one used for the topping)

• 2 eggs

• 175g of flour

• 50g maple syrup

• 50g coconut oil

• 100ml almond milk (or any other plant based milk)

• 1/2 sachet yeast (about 5g)

• 1 tsp baking soda

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• 1 pinch of salt

• 75g dark chocolate

• Peanut butter (optionnal)

  
  

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Let's start !

1. Preheat Your Oven : 

   Start by preheating your oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
   

2. Mash the Bananas :  In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.

3. Mix Wet Ingredients :  Beat the eggs with the mapple syrup, cinnamon. Add melted coconut oil, mashed banana and milk.
   

4. Combine Dry Ingredients :  In another bowl, sift together the flour, yeast, baking soda and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Add the dark chocolate, and mix again.

   Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the bread dense.
   

5. Bake :  Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Add a banana cut in two on the top, and for extra deliciousness, add a tablespoon of peanut butter. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
   

6. Cool and Serve: 

   Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy !

   The bread keeps well at room temperature for a few days, but if you want it to last longer, store it in the refrigerator for up to a week. It also freezes beautifully—simply slice it and wrap each piece individually, so you can grab a slice whenever you want a quick snack.

I love to make this recipe for breakfast or as a little afternoon snack . This healthy banana bread recipe is proof that you don’t need to sacrifice flavor or texture when opting for a healthier version of a classic treat.