Whole Grain Healthy Banana Bread Recipe

Indulge in a guilt-free treat with this whole grain healthy banana bread recipe. Made with nutritious ingredients like whole wheat flour, ripe bananas, and honey, this bread is perfect for breakfast or a snack. It's moist, flavorful, and packed with goodness. Enjoy it on its own or spread a little butter or nut butter for an extra indulgence.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
3. In a separate large bowl, mix together the mashed bananas, honey, olive oil, eggs, vanilla extract, Greek yogurt, and almond milk.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
5. Fold in the chopped walnuts, if desired.
6. Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
7. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
9. Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
10. Serve and enjoy!

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