Banana Bread Made Easy and Healthy

This banana bread is a great recipe that is easy to make and loved by all! With a few ingredient swaps, this recipe is a healthier version that will not make you feel guilty when indulging. Banana bread is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any time of the day, so follow these simple steps, and you won’t be disappointed!

Supplies

1 8X5 loaf pan

Non-stick spray

Mixing bowls

Whisk or fork

Masher

Spatula

Oven

Measuring utensils

Ingredients:

1 ¾ cup of flour

2/3 cup of granulated sugar

½ teaspoon of baking soda

2 large eggs

1 ¼ teaspoon of baking powder

1/3 cup of unsweetened applause

3 brown bananas

½ cup of chocolate chips

Step 1: Preheat Your Oven to 350 Degrees.

Step 2: Mash the Brown Bananas in a Bowl.

A fork also will work for mashing the bananas.

Step 3: In Another Large Bowl, Cream Together the Applesauce and the Sugar.

Cream the applesauce and sugar together until it's well combined and has turned a light-yellow color.

Step 4: In the Same Bowl With the Applesauce and Sugar, Whisk in the Two Eggs One at a Time.

Crack the eggs one at a time into the applesauce and sugar mixture, and stir until both eggs are mixed in.

Step 5: Add the Mashed Bananas to the Egg/sugar/applesauce Mixture.

Combine the mashed bananas with the rest of the mixture.

Step 6: In Another Bowl Stir Together the Flour, Baking Soda, and Baking Powder.

Just stir these ingredients together until they are combined.

Step 7: Combine the Two Bowls and Stir Until Just Combined.

Using a fork or other utensil to stir, combine the two mixtures until there are no dry spots left.

Step 8: Next, Fold in the Chocolate Chips.

This step is optional if you would rather not add chocolate chips.

Step 9: Prepare Your Loaf Pan by Spraying It With Non-stick Spray.

I use Spam non-stick spray, but any type of non-stick spray will work.

Step 10: Dump the Batter Into the Pan.

I suggest using a spatula to get all the batter from the bowl.

Step 11: Bake in the Oven for 55 Minutes or Until the Top Is Brown.

CAUTION: It will be hot!

You can insert a toothpick in the middle of the loaf, and if it comes out clean then it is done.

Step 12: Let Cool and Enjoy!

Step 13: TIPS!

-To get bananas to brown faster, put them in the freezer or fridge.

-Use mini chocolate chips if making smaller loaves.