Lightened Up Banana Bread

Indulge in a healthier twist on a classic treat with this "Lightened Up Banana Bread" recipe, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt! Made with ripe bananas, protein-rich Greek yogurt, and naturally sweetened with honey, this moist and flavorful banana bread skips the refined sugar and butter commonly found in traditional recipes. Whole wheat flour adds a wholesome, hearty base, while a hint of cinnamon brings a cozy warmth to every bite. The recipe comes together effortlessly with just 10 minutes of prep time, and you can customize it with dark chocolate chips or nuts for added texture and flavor. Whether enjoyed as a quick breakfast, a midday snack, or a wholesome dessert, this guilt-free banana bread is sure to become a household favorite. Bonus: it's perfect for meal prep, staying fresh for up to a week!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 large Ripe bananas
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 0.25 cup Honey
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups Whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 cup Optional: Dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Step 4

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

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

If using dark chocolate chips or chopped nuts, gently fold them into the batter.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Bake for 50-55 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 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Slice and serve! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(945.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1698.9

Total Fat 35.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 384.2mg	0%
Sodium 2048.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 314.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.2g	0%
Total Sugars 129.9g
Protein 57.8g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 350.3mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 2758.6mg	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: 17.5%

Protein: 12.8%

Carbs: 69.7%