Low Sodium Starbucks-Style Banana Bread

Indulge in the comforting flavors of homemade goodness with this Low Sodium Starbucks-Style Banana Bread recipe! Crafted to deliver all the moist, tender texture and rich banana flavor you love—without the extra salt—this recipe is a lighter twist on the classic coffee shop favorite. Made with ripe, naturally sweet bananas and a hint of cinnamon, it's elevated with optional chopped walnuts for added crunch. With just 15 minutes of prep and pantry-friendly ingredients like unsalted butter and low-sodium baking powder, this banana bread is perfect for those seeking a healthier yet indulgent treat. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or paired with your morning coffee, this low-sodium banana bread promises bakery-quality results in your own kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 medium Ripe bananas (mashed)
• 1/3 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
• 3/4 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 1 tsp Pure vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 tsp Baking powder (low sodium)
• 1/4 tsp Baking soda
• 1/2 tsp Ground cinnamon
• 1/8 tsp Salt (optional, for taste)
• 1/2 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)

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 until smooth using a fork or potato masher.

Step 3

Stir in the melted unsalted butter until fully combined.

Step 4

Add the granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Sift the all-purpose flour into a separate bowl, and add the baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt (if using). Whisk together to combine.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet banana mixture, folding gently until fully incorporated. Do not overmix to ensure a tender bread.

Step 7

If using walnuts, gently fold them into the batter at this stage.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the banana bread comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes.

Step 11

Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(891.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2624.4

Total Fat 114.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 47.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 391.7mg	0%
Sodium 741.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 379.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.9g	0%
Total Sugars 195.8g
Protein 39.8g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 137.9mg	0%
Iron 12.3mg	0%
Potassium 1803.8mg	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: 38.0%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 56.1%