Banana Bread (lighter )

Health score
2%
Banana Bread (lighter )
150 min.
24
160kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and healthier twist on a classic favorite? Look no further than this lighter banana bread recipe! Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even as a delightful dessert, this banana bread is not only easy to make but also packed with flavor. With just 160 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt.

Imagine the aroma of freshly baked banana bread wafting through your kitchen, enticing everyone to gather around. This recipe uses very ripe bananas, which not only add natural sweetness but also contribute to a moist and tender crumb. The addition of unsweetened applesauce and fat-free egg product keeps the bread light while still delivering that rich, comforting taste we all love.

Whether you enjoy it plain or with a handful of chopped nuts for added crunch, this banana bread is versatile enough to suit any palate. It’s perfect for those busy mornings when you need a quick bite or as a sweet treat to share with friends and family during brunch gatherings. Plus, it stores well, making it a great option for meal prep!

So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to whip up a batch of this delightful lighter banana bread. Your taste buds will thank you, and you’ll be left with a satisfying treat that’s sure to become a staple in your kitchen!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • 1.5 cups banana very ripe mashed (3 to 4 medium)
  • 0.5 cup buttermilk 
  • 0.5 cup eggs fat-free
  • 2.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup butter softened
  • cup nuts chopped
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 1.3 cups sugar 
  • 0.3 cup apple sauce unsweetened
  • teaspoon vanilla 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • loaf pan
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Move oven rack to low position so that tops of pans will be in center of oven.
  2. Heat oven to 350F. Grease bottoms only of 2 loaf pans, 8 1/2x4 1/2x2 1/2 inches, or 1 loaf pan, 9x5x3 inches.
  3. Mix sugar, applesauce and margarine in large bowl. Stir in egg product until well blended.
  4. Add bananas, buttermilk and vanilla. Beat until smooth. Stir in flour, baking soda and salt just until moistened. Stir in nuts.
  5. Pour into pans.
  6. Bake 8-inch loaves about 1 hour, 9-inch loaf about 1 1/4 hours, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes. Loosen sides of loaves from pans; remove from pans and place top side up on wire rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour, before slicing. Wrap tightly and store at room temperature up to 4 days, or refrigerate up to 10 days.

Nutrition Facts

Calories160kcal
Protein8.07%
Fat32%
Carbs59.93%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.86
Glycemic Load
15.86
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.1682608331675%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.59mg
Epicatechin
0.14mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:160.37kcal
8.02%
Fat:5.83g
8.97%
Saturated Fat:1.09g
6.83%
Carbohydrates:24.58g
8.19%
Net Carbohydrates:23.42g
8.52%
Sugar:12.1g
13.44%
Cholesterol:19.38mg
6.46%
Sodium:178.48mg
7.76%
Alcohol:0.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.13%
100%
Protein:3.31g
6.62%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.68%
Selenium:6.32µg
9.03%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.16%
Folate:31.43µg
7.86%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.98%
Phosphorus:57.18mg
5.72%
Vitamin B3:1.12mg
5.62%
Copper:0.11mg
5.47%
Iron:0.95mg
5.29%
Magnesium:20.17mg
5.04%
Fiber:1.16g
4.65%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.46%
Potassium:100.4mg
2.87%
Zinc:0.42mg
2.8%
Vitamin B5:0.26mg
2.6%
Vitamin A:127.81IU
2.56%
Calcium:16.2mg
1.62%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.17%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.11%
Vitamin C:0.87mg
1.05%
Vitamin E:0.15mg
1.01%