Low Fat but You Wouldn't Know It Banana Bread

Indulge in a slice of "Low Fat but You Wouldn't Know It Banana Bread," a guilt-free treat that doesn’t skimp on flavor or texture. Featuring ripe bananas, unsweetened applesauce, and plain non-fat Greek yogurt, this recipe delivers a moist and tender loaf without the need for butter or oil. Lightly sweetened with a blend of brown and granulated sugars, and kissed with warm cinnamon, this banana bread is perfect for breakfast, a midday snack, or even dessert. Customize it with optional mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts for an extra layer of indulgence. With just 15 minutes of prep, it’s an easy, wholesome bake that’s lower in fat but bursting with homemade goodness. Perfect for health-conscious bakers looking for comfort food with a nutritious twist, this recipe is sure to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 large ripe bananas
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 0.25 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
• 0.5 cup light brown sugar
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 2 whole large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1.75 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup optional mix-ins such as chocolate chips or chopped nuts

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and 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 and creamy.

Step 3

Add the unsweetened applesauce, plain non-fat Greek yogurt, brown sugar, and granulated sugar to the mashed bananas. Stir until well-combined.

Step 4

Whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.

Step 6

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix to avoid a dense loaf.

Step 7

If desired, fold in optional mix-ins such as chocolate chips or chopped nuts.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 50–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Slice and serve plain or with a spread of your choice. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1185.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2507.4

Total Fat 45.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 374mg	0%
Sodium 1907.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 490.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.2g	0%
Total Sugars 262.7g
Protein 53.3g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 359.4mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 2474.1mg	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: 15.8%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 76.0%