Healthy Banana Orange Flax Bread Low Fat

Delightfully moist, naturally sweetened, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Healthy Banana Orange Flax Bread is the perfect guilt-free treat! Combining the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, a burst of citrusy brightness from freshly squeezed orange juice and zest, and the nutty goodness of ground flaxseed meal, this low-fat bread is a nutritional powerhouse. Whole wheat flour ensures a hearty texture, while unsweetened applesauce keeps it tender without added oils. A touch of honey or maple syrup provides gentle sweetness, and optional chopped walnuts add a satisfying crunch. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this vibrant loaf is ideal for breakfast, snacking, or dessert. Plus, it's dairy-free and refined sugar-free, making it a health-conscious choice for any occasion. Bake up this nourishing banana orange flax bread and enjoy its balanced flavors with every slice!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 large ripe bananas
• 0.5 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 0.25 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups whole wheat flour
• 0.25 cup ground flaxseed meal
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 cup honey or maple syrup
• 0.25 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Mix in the orange juice, orange zest, unsweetened applesauce, vanilla extract, and honey (or maple syrup). Stir until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, flaxseed meal, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the bread dense.

Step 5

If using chopped walnuts, fold them into the batter gently.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Step 9

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(954.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1816.1

Total Fat 51.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2154.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 324.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 55.9g	0%
Total Sugars 118.5g
Protein 46.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 318.9mg	0%
Iron 13.9mg	0%
Potassium 3196.6mg	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: 23.9%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 66.5%