Dr Weil's Banana Bread

Moist, wholesome, and naturally sweetened, Dr. Weil's Banana Bread is a healthier twist on a classic comfort food. This guilt-free treat is made with nutrient-rich whole wheat pastry flour, pure maple syrup, and heart-healthy olive oil, making it a perfect choice for health-conscious bakers. Ripe bananas lend natural sweetness, while a dash of cinnamon adds a cozy spiced flavor. The optional addition of chopped walnuts brings a delightful crunch and boosts the bread's nutritional profile. Ready in just over an hour, this banana bread is easy to prepare and makes a satisfying breakfast, snack, or dessert. With no refined sugar and a rustic, homemade taste, it’s a recipe the whole family will love and feel good about enjoying. Try it warm, straight from the oven, or toasted with a smear of almond butter!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole wheat pastry flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 3 Large ripe bananas
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Pure maple syrup
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the whole wheat pastry flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth. Add the eggs, maple syrup, olive oil, and vanilla extract, and whisk until fully combined.

Step 4

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

Step 5

If using walnuts, fold them into the batter at this stage.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Remove the banana bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(943.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2545.3

Total Fat 111.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 2602.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 356.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.0g	0%
Total Sugars 119.1g
Protein 61.1g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 300.2mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 2899.2mg	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: 37.6%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 53.3%