Banana Bread Oat and Whole Wheat

Indulge in the wholesome goodness of Banana Bread Oat and Whole Wheat, a moist and flavorful loaf that combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the nutty richness of whole wheat flour and hearty rolled oats. This recipe is a healthier twist on traditional banana bread, enriched with the warm hint of optional cinnamon and customizable mix-ins like chopped walnuts or chocolate chips. Perfectly balanced with just the right amount of brown sugar and a splash of vanilla, this quick bread is an ideal snack, breakfast, or dessert. Easy to prepare in under 15 minutes and baked to golden perfection, it’s a guilt-free treat that’s wonderfully versatile—delicious on its own or paired with a smear of butter or nut butter for added indulgence. Whether you prefer dairy or plant-based milk, this nutrient-packed recipe is as adaptable as it is irresistible.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 large Ripe bananas (mashed)
• 1.25 cups Whole wheat flour
• 0.5 cups Rolled oats
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoons Cinnamon (optional)
• 0.25 cups Melted coconut oil (or vegetable oil)
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cups Milk (dairy or non-dairy)
• 0.5 cups Chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth using a fork or potato masher.

Step 3

Add the melted coconut oil, egg, vanilla extract, and milk to the bananas. Stir until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using). Mix well to distribute the dry ingredients evenly.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 6

If using walnuts or chocolate chips, fold them into the batter at this point.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the banana bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Slice and serve as is, or spread with a bit of butter or your favorite nut butter for extra indulgence.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(981.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2763.7

Total Fat 154.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 224.5mg	0%
Sodium 1837.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 324.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.7g	0%
Total Sugars 128.6g
Protein 60.1g	0%

Vitamin D 78.8IU	0%
Calcium 362.8mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 3019.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.5%

Protein: 8.2%

Carbs: 44.3%