Healthy Banana Oatmeal Bread

Moist, hearty, and naturally sweetened, this Healthy Banana Oatmeal Bread is the ultimate guilt-free indulgence! Made with ripe bananas, wholesome rolled oats, and nutrient-rich whole wheat flour, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between flavor and nutrition. Sweetened with a touch of honey and boosted by the creaminess of Greek yogurt, this banana bread is a satisfying treat that’s ideal for breakfast, a midday snack, or even dessert. Infused with aromatic cinnamon and the option to add crunchy walnuts or melty chocolate chips, it’s a versatile crowd-pleaser. Ready in just over an hour with minimal prep, this quick bread is a simple, one-bowl wonder perfect for busy lifestyles. Plus, it’s naturally free of refined sugar, making it a healthier alternative to traditional banana bread recipes!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 medium ripe bananas
• 1.5 cups rolled oats
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 2 large eggs
• 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 0.33 cup honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.

Step 3

Add the eggs, Greek yogurt, honey, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas, and whisk until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, mix together the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula, being careful not to overmix.

Step 6

If desired, gently fold in chopped walnuts or chocolate chips.

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 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Slice and enjoy this healthy banana oatmeal bread as a snack or breakfast option!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1034.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2493.4

Total Fat 103.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 384.2mg	0%
Sodium 2092.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 340.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 46.2g	0%
Total Sugars 117.6g
Protein 85.7g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 431.9mg	0%
Iron 17.7mg	0%
Potassium 3145.4mg	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: 35.3%

Protein: 13.0%

Carbs: 51.7%