Description
Healthy Low Calorie Banana Bread is a moist, naturally sweetened loaf made with wholesome ingredients like ripe bananas, whole wheat flour, egg whites, and Greek yogurt. This guilt-free treat balances flavor and nutrition, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or a post-workout boost. Its simple preparation and clean ingredients suit health-conscious lifestyles, offering a delicious banana bread without excess calories or refined sugars.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 4 egg whites
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare Your Bananas: Start by mashing ripe bananas until smooth—this will be the base for natural sweetness and moisture in the bread.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together egg whites, Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), and the mashed bananas until well combined and creamy.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt to ensure a light texture and even flavor distribution.
- Bring Wet and Dry Together: Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, being careful not to overmix, which keeps the bread tender.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the batter into a greased or lined loaf pan, smooth the top, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Notes
- Use really ripe bananas to enhance natural sweetness and moisture.
- Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense texture.
- Maintain a consistent oven temperature of 350°F for even baking.
- Greek yogurt adds moistness and protein without adding excess calories.
- Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing for cleaner cuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/10th of loaf)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 1.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg