Low Fat Banana Oat Bread

Moist, wholesome, and bursting with natural sweetness, this Low Fat Banana Oat Bread is the perfect guilt-free indulgence for breakfast or snacking. Made with nutrient-packed rolled oats, ripe bananas, and whole wheat flour, this recipe delivers rich flavor and satisfying texture while keeping the fat content low, thanks to unsweetened applesauce as a key ingredient. Lightly sweetened with honey and spiced with a hint of cinnamon, it's a healthier take on classic banana bread that's just as delightful. Optional chopped walnuts or pecans add a touch of crunch, but the bread is fantastic even without them! Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make loaf is ideal for meal prep, freeze-friendly, and guaranteed to become a family favorite. Perfect for anyone searching for a healthy banana bread recipe that’s high in flavor but low in guilt!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 large ripe bananas
• 1.5 cups rolled oats
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup honey
• 1 large egg
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (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 large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.

Step 3

Add the unsweetened applesauce, honey, vanilla extract, and the egg to the bananas. Whisk until all the wet ingredients are well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, mix 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. Stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 6

If desired, gently fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans for added texture and flavor.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Remove the 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.

Step 10

Slice and enjoy this delicious and healthy Low Fat Banana Oat Bread. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(962.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1989.5

Total Fat 59.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 219.5mg	0%
Sodium 1795.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 337.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.9g	0%
Total Sugars 113.5g
Protein 58.2g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 227.5mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 2929.0mg	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: 25.3%

Protein: 11.0%

Carbs: 63.7%