With a super moist texture and an irresistible flavour, this is my go-to recipe for an easy and delicious homemade banana bread, that I've made healthier by opting for a few simple ingredient choices that are both nutritious and nourishing.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

This is a classic go-to recipe of mine when I'm in the mood to bake something easy and comforting that my family and friends all love. It's great because you can enjoy this any time of the day - whether as a quick nourishing breakfast, a mid-day snack, or as a healthy dessert. And as a bonus - it's also a perfect way to use up those overripe bananas just sitting on your kitchen counter!

Ingredients

Please see recipe card below for exact quantities.

• Oat flour - I use this as a healthier alternative to regular all-purpose white flour.
• Baking powder and soda - to help provide leavening and fluffiness.
• Ground cinnamon - to add a bit of that warm, cozy feeling!
• Over-ripened bananas - this recipe is a perfect way to use up those browned mushy bananas sitting on your kitchen counter. The browner and more spotted the bananas are, the better!
• Coconut oil - as a healthier alternative to butter, which is commonly used in many banana bread recipes.
• Honey - opt for a natural sweetener like honey, maple syrup or coconut sugar instead of refined white sugar, as a healthier choice.
• Eggs - you can also use a flax egg as a Vegan substitute. See notes below to learn how!
• Greek yogurt - to add moisture and spongy texture to the bread.
• Vanilla extract - for a delicious pop of vanilla.
• Chopped walnuts - or you can use any kind of nuts you like!
• Dark chocolate chips - I opt for dark chocolate chips, but you can use semi-sweet, or skip it entirely and use raisins instead!

Instructions

STEP 1: Prep and combine dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl.

STEP 2: Add wet ingredients into bowl with dry ingredients, then stir into a smooth batter.

Equipment

I personally love using my Breville Smart Oven for this recipe and all of my baking needs. It heats up quickly, ensures even cooking, and consistently delivers amazing, perfectly baked results every time.

I also recommend using a 9x5 loaf pan for baking this banana bread and other loaf cakes - a 9x5 size fits perfectly into my Smart Oven and is an ideal size for this recipe.

Meal Prep and Storage

This Banana Bread serves 8 generous slices, which makes it great for prepping breakfast, snacks, and desserts ahead of time. You can store any uneaten bread in an airtight container, or tightly wrapped in plastic wrap or aluminium foil (to maintain moisture), in the refrigerator for up to a week, or in the freezer for up to 3 months. For meal prep, I find Rubbermaid containers particularly convenient due to their various sizes, and they work great for storing banana bread.

FAQ

My banana bread seems undercooked. What do I do?

To ensure your banana bread is thoroughly baked, follow these steps:

1. Insert a toothpick into the center of the loaf.
2. If the toothpick comes out clean without any batter sticking to it, it's ready to eat.
3. If there's batter clinging to the toothpick, continue baking for another 5-10 minutes.
4. Check again with a toothpick to verify doneness.

I'm vegan. Can I use something other than an egg?

Absolutely! A "flax egg" is a fantastic vegan substitute for traditional eggs. Here's how you can make it:

• In a small bowl, combine 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water. Double this to replace the 2 eggs in this banana bread recipe.
• Stir well and let the mixture sit until it thickens.

This flax egg mixture can be used as a replacement for one large egg in baking recipes. It helps bind ingredients together while adding moisture, similar to a regular egg, making it a versatile option for vegan baking and cooking.

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With a super moist texture and an irresistible flavour, this is my go-to recipe for an easy and delicious homemade banana bread, that I've made healthier by opting for a few simple ingredient choices that are both nutritious and nourishing.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 55 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins

Category Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine American

Servings 8

Calories 314 kcal

Suggested Equipment

• Mini oven
• Loaf pan
• Mixing bowls
• Measuring cups
• Measuring spoons

Ingredients

 

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Dry Ingredients

• ▢ 1.5 cups oat flour
• ▢ 1 teaspoon baking powder
• ▢ 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ▢ 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ▢ ¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

• ▢ 1.5 cups mashed bananas - from roughly 4 bananas
• ▢ ¼ cup coconut oil - melted
• ▢ ⅓ cup honey
• ▢ 2 eggs - whisked
• ▢ ¼ cup Greek yogurt
• ▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Mix-Ins

• ▢ ¼ cup chopped walnuts
• ▢ ⅓ cup dark chocolate chips

Instructions

 

• Prep and combine dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
• Add wet ingredients into bowl with dry ingredients, then stir into a smooth batter.
• Add in mix-ins, and stir to fold the ingredients in.
• Grease a loaf pan (9x5) with cooking spray, and line with a sheet of parchment paper for easy removal.
• Pour batter into greased loaf pan. Sprinkle extra chopped walnuts and chocolate chips on top of batter.
• Bake in oven at 350F / 177C for 50-55 mins. All ovens are different, so cooking times may vary.
• After it's done baking, pierce the center of the bread with a toothpick to check for doneness. If it comes out clean it's ready, otherwise bake for an extra 5-10 minutes.
• Remove bread from loaf pan, and let it cool down for 10-15 minutes. Enjoy!

Notes

1. Watch the step-by-step video tutorial here.
2. Add-ins and toppings - customize your banana bread with your favourite mix-ins to enhance both flavour and nutrition - such as different types of nuts, seeds, or dried fruits. Feel free to experiment beyond the walnuts and chocolate chips I've used!
3. Opt for healthier choices - making banana bread healthier is easy with your choice of flour (oat flour instead of white flour), fats (coconut oil instead of butter), and sugar (honey or maple syrup instead of refined white sugar).
4. Adjust sweetness - tailor the sweetness to your liking by adjusting the amount of maple syrup, honey, or other sweeteners used in the recipe. This allows you to achieve the perfect level of sweetness to suit your taste preferences.
5. Add protein powder - boost the protein content by adding a scoop of protein powder to the batter. I prefer unsweetened, unflavoured protein powder to not interfere with the flavours of the recipe.
6. Substitute for egg - for a vegan option, replace the eggs with flax eggs. To make a flax egg, mix 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water (double it to replace the 2 eggs for this recipe). Let it sit for a few minutes until it thickens.

STEP-BY-STEP VIDEO

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Nutrition

Calories: 314kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 7gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.004gCholesterol: 41mgSodium: 294mgPotassium: 331mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 89IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 87mgIron: 2mg

Note: Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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