Healthy Yogurt Banana Bread
A delightful, moist banana bread made with yogurt that provides natural sweetness with less fat, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed Use ripe bananas with brown spots for sweetness.
- 1 cup plain yogurt Yogurt serves as a butter/oil substitute.
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup Acts as a natural sweetener.
- 2 pieces eggs Can be replaced with flaxseed meal mix for a vegan option.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour Can substitute with all-purpose or gluten-free flour.
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon Optional, for added flavor.
Optional Add-ins
- 1/2 cup nuts or chocolate chips Use your favorite mix-ins.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix the mashed bananas, yogurt, honey or maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, combine the baking soda, baking powder, salt, whole wheat flour, and cinnamon, if using.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
- If desired, fold in the nuts or chocolate chips gently.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Baking
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Notes
Serve warm, spread with nut butter or cream cheese, or topped with fresh fruit. Toast for added texture and serve with cinnamon.