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Close-up of a slice of healthy banana bread on a white marble surface.

Best Healthy Banana Bread Recipe

This wholesome banana bread is perfect for a nutritious snack or breakfast, combining ripe bananas with whole wheat flour and optional nuts or chocolate chips.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Bananas
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup melted coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1.5 cups whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. Mix mashed bananas and melted coconut oil in a bowl.
  3. Add honey, vanilla, and eggs; stir until combined.
  4. Combine dry ingredients and gradually mix into wet ingredients.
  5. Fold in nuts or chocolate chips if desired, then pour batter into pan.
  6. Bake for 50-60 minutes, cool, then serve.

Notes

For added flavor, sprinkle with extra cinnamon or nuts before baking.