Healthy Low Fat Banana Nut Bread Recipe
Banana Nut Bread is a classic treat that is beloved by many. Unfortunately, most traditional banana nut bread recipes are loaded with unhealthy ingredients like sugar and butter, making them a diet-buster. But there's good news! By substituting some of the unhealthy ingredients with healthier ones, you can still enjoy this delicious treat without sabotaging your health goals. In this article, we'll share with you a healthy low fat banana nut bread recipe that is both tasty and good for you!
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, and salt together.
3. In another bowl, mix together the applesauce, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract. Add the mashed bananas to the wet mixture and stir until well combined.
4. Add the wet mixture to the dry mixture and mix until just combined. Do not over mix.
5. Fold in the chopped walnuts.
6. Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan.
7. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before removing it and placing it on a wire rack to cool completely.
Variations:
If you want to change up the recipe a bit, try adding in some of these fun variations:
- Substitute the walnuts with pecans, almonds, or hazelnuts
- Add 1/2 cup of shredded coconut to the batter
- Try using maple syrup instead of brown sugar
- Add 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon for a spicy twist
This recipe is perfect for breakfast, a mid-day snack or even as a dessert. It's healthy, delicious, and super easy to make. Give it a try and you won't be disappointed!
