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Healthy Whole Wheat Banana Nut Bread

Indulge in a slice of wholesome goodness with my Healthy Whole Wheat Banana Nut Bread! This moist, rich loaf is bursting with the sweet flavors of ripe bananas and crunchy nuts, all while being made with nutritious whole wheat flour. It’s a guilt-free treat that’s perfect for breakfast or snack time, offering a delightful taste and texture that'll have everyone reaching for seconds.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Bread, Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: banana bread recipes, healthy whole wheat banana nut bread
Servings: 12
Calories: 209kcal

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350℉.
  • Grease a loaf pan and set aside. You can use cooking spray, or some coconut oil.
  • In a large bowl mix together whole wheat flour, all purpose flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and pecans. Set aside.
  • In another large bowl mash the bananas. Add eggs, vanilla extract, brown sugar and applesauce. Whisk everything together well. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and using a spatula mix everything until well incorporated.
  • Pour the mixture into the greased loaf pan and if preferred sprinkle with the rolled oats and Turbinado sugar.
  • Bake for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick is inserted and comes out clean.

Notes

  1. Whole Wheat Flour Substitution: If desired, you can use all-purpose flour in place of whole wheat for a lighter texture.
  2. Nut Choices: Feel free to use walnuts, pecans, or your favorite nut, or omit them entirely if you prefer a nut-free bread.
  3. Ripe Bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your bread will be.
  4. Storage: This bread stores well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or it can be frozen for longer storage.
  5. Add-Ins: Consider adding chocolate chips, dried fruit, or a sprinkle of cinnamon for additional flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 209kcal | Carbohydrates: 31.4g | Protein: 4.7g | Fat: 7.9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 317mg | Fiber: 2.4g | Sugar: 10.7g