Best 6 Skinny Banana Nut Bread Recipes

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Indulge in a guilt-free treat with our delectable Skinny Banana Nut Bread. This healthier version of the classic recipe offers a delightful balance of sweetness and nuttiness without compromising on taste. Made with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour, Greek yogurt, and natural sweeteners, this bread is packed with flavor and nutrients. Enjoy it as a satisfying breakfast, a midday snack, or a sweet ending to your meal. Along with the classic Banana Nut Bread, we also offer tantalizing variations like Chocolate Chip Banana Bread, Zucchini Banana Bread, and Gluten-Free Banana Bread. Each recipe is crafted with care to provide a unique taste experience while maintaining a healthier approach. Whether you prefer a traditional treat or a gluten-free option, our collection of Skinny Banana Nut Bread recipes has something for everyone.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SKINNY BANANA NUT BREAD



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44% less fat • 50% more fiber • 26% fewer calories than the original recipe. Peel away less healthy ingredients and make smart subs like egg whites for whole egg.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 2h25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 cups Gold Medal™ whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup canola oil
2 egg whites
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (2 large)
1/4 cup fat-free (skim) milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, toasted*

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease bottom only of 8x4-inch or 9x5-inch loaf pan with shortening, or spray with cooking spray. In medium bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon.
  • In large bowl, beat sugar, oil, egg whites, bananas, milk and vanilla with spoon until well blended. Stir in flour mixture until well blended. Stir in walnuts. Spoon into pan.
  • Bake 8-inch loaf 55 to 62 minutes, 9-inch loaf 45 to 52 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool 5 minutes; remove from pan to cooling rack. Cool completely, about 1 hour, before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, ServingSize 1 Slice, Sodium 150 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 0 g

SKINNY BANANA BREAD (LOW SUGAR + LOW FAT)



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Provided by Lizzy Mae Early

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 ripe bananas (medium-large)
1 egg
1 Tbsp. vanilla extract
3 Tbsp. brown sugar
3 Tbsp. granulated sugar
1 1/2 C. flour (AP or whole wheat)
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
3 Tbsp. butter (melted)

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and prep a loaf pan (9x5 or 8x4) by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
  • 2. In a medium bowl add bananas and use a fork to mash well.
  • 3. Add egg, vanilla, brown sugar and granulated sugar. Stir well.
  • 4. In a separate bowl combine flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt.
  • 5. Add dry ingredients into the wet slowly as you stir. Before the two are incorporated add in melted butter. Stir just until barely combined, DO NOT OVER MIX.
  • 6. Pour into pan and bake for 30-45 minutes or until an inserted knife or toothpick comes out clean.
  • 7. Serve warn or cooled. As with any banana bread/cake, it always tastes better the next day! Store in an airtight container.

HEALTHY BANANA BREAD



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This EASY Healthy Banana Bread recipe is made with low sugar, no oil and is just over 100 calories per slice. It still yield incredibly moist, perfectly sweet, and delicious bread!

Provided by Lauren Allen

Categories     Breakfast     Snack

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 bananas (, about 1 1/3 cups, mashed)
1 large egg
1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
3 Tablespoons light brown sugar
2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour ((white or white-whole wheat))
2 Tablespoons unsalted butter (, melted (or substitute applesauce))

Steps:

  • Grease a standard 9x5'' loaf pan (I also like to line the bottom of the pan with parchment paper to make sure the loaf doesn't stick).
  • Mash bananas in a mixing bowl. Add egg, vanilla, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon and stir well to combine.
  • In a separate small bowl stir together flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Add to banana mixture and stir to combine.
  • Gently stir in melted butter. Bake at 350 degrees F. for 35-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Allow to cool in the pan for 5-10 few minutes before inverting onto a wire cooling rack.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 slice, Calories 137 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 18 mg, Sodium 209 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 9 g

BANANA NUT BREAD



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This super moist, banana nut bread recipe is insanely delicious and healthier than most because it uses less butter, oil and sugar than most recipes.

Provided by Gina

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Dessert

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 11

7 ripe medium bananas (22 oz (2 2/3 cup) mashed chunky with fork)
1/2 cup 4 oz unsweetened apple sauce
2-1/2 cups 13.5 ounces unbleached all purpose flour
1-1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
4 tbsp butter (2 oz, softened)
1 cup (6 1/2 oz) light brown sugar
4 large egg whites
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 oz 3/4 cup chopped walnuts
baking spray

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease two 8x5 inch loaf pans with baking spray.
  • In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt with a wire whisk. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl cream butter and sugar with an electric mixer. Add egg whites, apple sauce and vanilla, and beat at medium speed until thick. Scrape down sides of the bowl.
  • Add 1/3 of the flour mixture and blend at low speed until combined, add another 1/3 of the flour and blend at low speed, add remaining 1/3 of flour mixture and the bananas and blend at low speed until combined. Do not over mix. Fold in the walnuts.
  • Pour batter into loaf pans and bake on the center rack for 50 to 52 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let the pan cool at least 20 minutes, bread should be room temperature before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 slice, Calories 104 kcal, Carbohydrate 19.5 g, Protein 1.5 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 100 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 10.5 g

BANANA AND NUT BREAD



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This banana nut bread smells heavenly in the oven and comes out moist and chock-full of flavor and crunchy nuts.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons 2% milk
1 teaspoon vanilla or rum extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (2 to 3 medium)
3/4 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in milk and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with bananas, beating well after each addition. Fold in pecans., Transfer to a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake 65-75 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool. Freeze option: Securely wrap cooled loaf in plastic wrap and foil, then freeze. To use, thaw at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 39mg cholesterol, Sodium 209mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

SKINNY BANANA BREAD



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This delicious and moist banana bread is low in fat, high in vitamins, high in fiber, and all around good for you. A huge hit among my health conscious friends and family! Feel free to add chocolate chips, raisins, or other nuts.

Provided by Alena Natalia

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Breakfast Bread Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ¾ cups whole wheat flour
3 teaspoons baking powder
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 mashed ripe bananas, or to taste
2 eggs
½ cup applesauce
⅓ cup brown sugar
3 tablespoons flaxseed meal
⅛ cup milk
½ tablespoon vanilla extract
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease two 4x8-inch loaf pans.
  • Combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg in a bowl.
  • Combine bananas, eggs, applesauce, brown sugar, flaxseed meal, milk, and vanilla extract in a large bowl and mix until well combined. Gradually add flour mixture to the banana mixture, stirring until uniform. Add walnuts and mix lightly just until evenly distributed. Pour batter evenly into the prepared loaf pans.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 45 to 60 minutes.
  • Remove loaves from oven and set aside to cool for 15 minutes. Remove loaves from pans and let cool about 5 minutes more before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.2 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Cholesterol 20.6 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 178.4 mg, Sugar 8.3 g

Tips:

  • Measuring Ingredients: Use a kitchen scale to accurately measure ingredients for precise results.
  • Mixing Dry Ingredients: Sift flour and baking powder together to ensure even distribution and prevent lumps.
  • Mashing Bananas: Use ripe bananas for the best flavor and texture. Mash them thoroughly to avoid large chunks.
  • Adding Nuts: If you prefer a crunchier texture, toast the walnuts before adding them to the batter.
  • Baking Time: Keep an eye on the bread as it bakes. Insert a toothpick or skewer into the center; it should come out clean when done.

Conclusion:

This collection of skinny banana nut bread recipes offers a healthier take on a classic treat. By using wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour, honey, and Greek yogurt, you can indulge in a moist, flavorful bread without compromising your health goals. Whether you prefer a traditional version or a variation with added mix-ins like chocolate chips or swirl of cinnamon, these recipes provide delicious options that are perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. So, preheat your oven, gather your ingredients, and let's bake a batch of guilt-free banana nut bread goodness!

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