Banana And Oat Bread Recipe
This Banana and Oat Bread is a nutritious, flavorful option for breakfast or snacks. Made with ripe bananas, oats, and basic ingredients, the recipe involves mashing bananas and mixing them with oats, flour, eggs, and baking powder. Bake until golden for a deliciously moist loaf everyone will love!
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Fork
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Loaf pan (9×5 inches)
- Parchment paper (optional)
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup whole wheat flour or all-purpose
- 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon optional
- 1/2 cup walnuts or chocolate chips optional
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures your bread bakes evenly.
Step 2: Prepare the Loaf Pan
- Grease your loaf pan with a little oil or line it with parchment paper for easy removal after baking.
Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas using a fork. Add the brown sugar, honey, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk everything together until smooth and well combined.
Step 4: Combine the Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, mix the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Stir until well combined.
Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined; be careful not to overmix. If you’re adding walnuts or chocolate chips, fold them in at this stage.
Step 6: Pour into the Loaf Pan
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Spread it evenly with a spatula.
Step 7: Bake
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 8: Cool and Serve
- Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. You can also freeze slices for up to three months, making it easy to enjoy later.