Delicious Whole Grain Banana Bread Recipe

This delicious whole grain banana bread recipe is perfect for a quick and easy breakfast or snack. Made with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour and ripe bananas, this bread is moist, flavorful, and nutritious. It's also a great way to use up overripe bananas. Enjoy a slice with a spread of butter or your favorite nut butter, and you'll be in banana bread heaven.

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until well combined.
5. Stir in the mashed bananas, plain yogurt, and vanilla extract.
6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
7. If using nuts, fold in the chopped nuts.
8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
9. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
10. Remove from the oven and allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
11. Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

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