What to do with those overripe bananas? 🍌 PLEASE don't throw them away! You can make this easy and delicious Healthy Banana Bread with Nuts with very little effort!
I've been eyeing a batch of bananas on my counter for a few days, watching them ripen. I don't like mushy bananas, do you? I knew I had to make this super Healthy Banana Bread ASAP!
Banana bread is one of those classic, all-American comfort food recipes that fills the whole house with the most amazing aromas! And then, when you bite into a slice it's like pure heaven!
Ingredients banana bread
- 100% whole wheat flour
- Coconut oil (so much healthier than butter!)
- Organic maple syrup
- Eggs
- Ripe bananas
- Skim milk
- Baking soda
- Vanilla extract
- Walnuts
My hubby always buys too many bananas and we never eat them all before they get overripe. Why waste? Either freeze them or make banana bread!
How to make the BEST banana bread ever!
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, beat the melted coconut oil and maple syrup together with a whisk. Add the eggs and beat well, then whisk in the mashed bananas and skim milk.
- Add the baking soda, vanilla, salt, and cinnamon, and whisk to blend. Using a large spoon, stir in the flour until just combined. Gently fold in the nuts.
- Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean
- Let the bread cool in the loaf pan for 10 minutes before slicing.
Mash the ripe bananas until there are no more big chunks.
The banana bread mixture comes together quickly. You can even sprinkle extra cinnamon on top!
Recipe notes
- You can melt the coconut oil in a small glass bowl in the microwave, about 30 seconds. Keep whisking until ready to mix with the other ingredients.
- Use non-dairy milk to make it dairy-free.
- Use gluten-free flour to make this gluten-free.
- This banana bread can stay on your kitchen counter for a few days. Then you can freeze any leftovers for up to three months.
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Healthy Banana Bread with Nuts
What to do with those overripe bananas? PLEASE don't throw them away! You can make an easy and delicious Healthy Banana Bread with Nuts with very little effort!
- Total Time: 60 min
- Yield: 6 1x
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup melted coconut oil
- ½ cup organic maple syrup
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 large bananas)
- ¼ cup skim milk
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 ¾ cups 100% whole wheat flour
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Spray a 9×5-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, beat the melted coconut oil and maple syrup together with a whisk. Add the eggs and beat well, then whisk in the mashed bananas and skim milk.
- Add the baking soda, vanilla, salt, and cinnamon, and whisk to blend. Using a large spoon, stir in the flour until just combined. Gently fold in the nuts.
- Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the loaf pan for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- You can melt the coconut oil in a small glass bowl in the microwave, about 30 seconds. Keep whisking until ready to mix with the other ingredients.
- Use non-dairy milk to make it dairy-free.
- Use gluten-free flour to make this gluten-free.
- This banana bread can stay on your kitchen counter for a few days. Then you can freeze any leftovers for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 50 min
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 436
- Sugar: 21.5 g
- Sodium: 436 mg
- Fat: 20.4 g
- Carbohydrates: 56.2 g
- Protein: 8.1 g
- Cholesterol: 62.2 mg
Keywords: super healthy banana bread, healthy banana bread no sugar, eating well banana bread, banana walnut bread
Ramona says
Love the addition of walnuts to your banana bread. It looks so nice and moist. Need to make this soon. Kids simply adore it.
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Asian Caucasian says
We can't get enough banana bread these days! I've made this with and without nuts, and made muffins as well!
Julie @ Running in a Skirt says
What a perfect banana bread! I love your whole wheat version. Perfect for these long days at home.
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Asian Caucasian says
Everyone is making banana bread these days, right? I could never get tired of this recipe.
Jacqui DeBono says
Such a nice touch to use coconut oil! I usually out semi-sweet choc chips in mine, but I really like the idea of walnuts, especially as they are a favourite snack in this house!
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Asian Caucasian says
Chocolate chips would be perfect in this banana bread! I prefer the nuts over the chips. Personal preference.
Alexis says
My family and I love banana bread! I love that your recipe is clean of usual fillers and junk. Looks delicious.
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Asian Caucasian says
I'm all about clean eating! This banana bread does not lack in flavor or moistness!
Gail Montero says
I love using coconut oil in baking too! Love that this is both a wholesome and delicious bread!
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Asian Caucasian says
Coconut oil is so much better for you too! This banana bread maintains its moistness for sure.
Amy Liu Dong says
Wow! Loved the recipe especially the use of coconut oil which is much healthier. The bread looks absolutely marvelous, will definitely make this at home.
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Asian Caucasian says
Thanks, Amy! We love this recipe. The bread lasts for days and it's so good when heated up a little!
Geoffrey at Spoonabilities says
We make banana bread from time to time but it never looks as yummy and fluffy as yours does. We'll have to try this recipe. Thanks!
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Asian Caucasian says
Thank you, Geoffrey! This one is super moist. I actually just had a piece and it's still good after a few days!
Stine Mari says
The cinnamon works so well with bananas and vanilla! This looks like the perfect healthy banana bread recipe.
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Asian Caucasian says
I've made this banana bread recipe several times, obsessed! It's great for a mid-day snack!
Jere Cassidy says
Great recipe, I have switched to using a lot of coconut oil and love it. And, flavoring this bread with maple syrup is just a winner for me too!
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Emily says
This is the best banana bread! Love that it is sweetened with maple syrup and uses coconut oil, such great flavor!
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Asian Caucasian says
It uses coconut oil, but doesn't have that coconut taste. It's still very moist and yummy!
Marta says
I like the option of having my banana bread with or without nuts, so I appreciate the versatility of this recipe.
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Asian Caucasian says
Thanks, Marta! Have to look out for those with nut allergies!
Debbie Sanders says
I’ve been looking for a healthier banana bread recipe and this one looks so delicious! Can’t wait to try it!
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Asian Caucasian says
I think you're going to like this banana bread recipe! It's super moist, but much healthier than the classic version. Enjoy!