Applesauce Banana Bread
This applesauce banana bread for its tender texture, gentle sweetness, and wholesome flavor that feels both comforting and nourishing. The natural sweetness of ripe bananas blends beautifully with applesauce, creating a moist loaf without the need for much added fat.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls (large and medium)
- Whisk or fork
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rubber spatula
- 9×5 inch loaf pan
- Parchment paper or nonstick spray
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 2¼ cups whole wheat flour or spelt flour
- ⅓ cup maple syrup or honey
- 4 medium very ripe bananas about 1½ cups mashed
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce or Greek yogurt
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil or melted coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Set your oven to preheat at 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan by greasing it lightly or lining it with parchment paper to make removing the bread easier later.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until they’re smooth. Add in the eggs, applesauce or Greek yogurt, maple syrup or honey, oil, and vanilla extract. Whisk everything together until you have a smooth, consistent mixture.
- In another bowl, mix together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Stir well so that everything is evenly combined.
- Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Use a spatula to gently stir until everything is just mixed together. Don’t over mix this can make the bread turn out dense instead of soft.
- Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly. Bake in the oven for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then take it out and place it on a wire rack. Allow it to cool completely before slicing and enjoying.