Banana Nut Bread

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Banana Nut Bread
150 min.
16
151kcal

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Indulge in the delightful aroma of freshly baked Banana Nut Bread, a perfect treat for any time of the day! This vegetarian recipe is not only easy to make but also a fantastic way to use up those overripe bananas sitting on your counter. With a moist and tender crumb, this bread is packed with flavor and nutrition, making it an ideal choice for breakfast, brunch, or even a satisfying dessert.

Imagine slicing into a warm loaf, the sweet scent of bananas mingling with the nutty crunch of coarsely chopped nuts. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, with the added bonus of Greek yogurt for a protein boost and a touch of moisture. Whether you enjoy it plain, slathered with a bit of butter, or toasted to perfection, this Banana Nut Bread is sure to please everyone at the table.

Ready in just 150 minutes and yielding 16 generous servings, it’s perfect for gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead. With only 151 calories per slice, you can indulge guilt-free! So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a deliciously comforting loaf that will have your family and friends coming back for seconds. Let’s get baking!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.8 cup banana very ripe mashed ( 2 medium)
  •  eggs 
  • oz yogurt plain fat free
  • 0.8 cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.8 cup flour whole wheat
  • 0.5 cup nuts coarsely chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup sugar 
  • 0.3 cup vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • loaf pan
  • hand mixer
  • toothpicks

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350F. Grease bottom only of 8x4- or 9x5-inch loaf pan with shortening or cooking spray.
  2. In large bowl, beat all ingredients except nuts with electric mixer on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium speed 45 seconds, scraping bowl frequently. Stir in nuts.
  3. Pour batter into pan.
  4. Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 10 minutes. Loosen sides of loaf from pan.
  5. Remove from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts

Calories151kcal
Protein8.98%
Fat44.03%
Carbs46.99%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.35
Glycemic Load
8.59
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.8804348448048%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.43mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:151.47kcal
7.57%
Fat:7.64g
11.75%
Saturated Fat:1.23g
7.68%
Carbohydrates:18.34g
6.11%
Net Carbohydrates:17g
6.18%
Sugar:7.97g
8.86%
Cholesterol:20.67mg
6.89%
Sodium:157.97mg
6.87%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.51g
7.01%
Manganese:0.38mg
18.87%
Selenium:7.64µg
10.92%
Vitamin K:8.55µg
8.14%
Phosphorus:75.11mg
7.51%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.18%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
6.09%
Magnesium:23.7mg
5.93%
Fiber:1.35g
5.39%
Folate:20.71µg
5.18%
Copper:0.1mg
5.03%
Vitamin B3:0.9mg
4.5%
Iron:0.77mg
4.28%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
3.98%
Zinc:0.54mg
3.62%
Potassium:113.56mg
3.24%
Vitamin E:0.48mg
3.2%
Calcium:30.64mg
3.06%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.9%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.9%