Healthy Banana Bread with Coconut Oil

Healthy Banana Bread with Coconut Oil

This delicious Healthy Banana Bread made with coconut oil is sure to transform your baking routine. It features white whole wheat flour, roasted bananas, coconut oil, and dark chocolate chips, combining nutrition with flavor.

A Twist on Classic Banana Bread

As a lifelong banana bread enthusiast, I fondly remember my mom baking two loaves at a time to satisfy our family’s cravings. This recipe offers a healthier take on the traditional favorite, using various ingredient swaps to boost its nutritional value.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• White Whole Wheat Flour: We choose white whole wheat flour because it’s a 100% whole grain that works beautifully in baking.
• Brown Sugar: This ingredient not only contributes to the bread’s flavor but also gives it a delightful texture, and if you prefer, you can substitute coconut sugar.
• Eggs: Essential for binding the ingredients together.
• Bananas: You’ll need three ripe bananas, preferably with brown spots for added sweetness. Roasting them enhances their flavor, but it’s not a must.
• Vanilla Extract: A little vanilla makes the bread taste even better.
• Coconut Oil: We highly recommend to using melted coconut oil instead of vegetable oil or butter for a richer flavor.

The Benefits of Roasting Bananas

What sets this recipe apart is roasting the bananas before adding them to the batter. This step intensifies their natural sweetness and flavor. However, if you’re short on time, feel free to skip this step; the bread will still turn out delicious!

Coconut Oil vs. Vegetable Oil

You might wonder why we prefer coconut oil in our baking, and there are several reasons for this choice:

• Healthy Fats: Coconut oil contains beneficial saturated fats.
• Cholesterol Benefits: It can help increase HDL cholesterol levels.
• Skin Health: Great for skin nourishment.
• Digestive Aid: It can improve digestion.
• Immune Boost: Supports immune function.

We typically use coconut oil in a 1:1 ratio instead of vegetable oil. Keep in mind, if your coconut oil solidifies below 76°F, simply melt it before use.

Freezing Your Banana Bread

You can easily freeze this banana bread for later enjoyment. Here’s how:

1. Allow the bread to cool completely.
2. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, ensuring no air bubbles remain.
3. Cover it with tin foil. Label the foil with the recipe name and date for easy identification.
4. Store in the freezer for up to approximately three months.

To thaw, simply unwrap the bread and let it sit at room temperature for a few hours. You can enjoy it toasted in a toaster oven or warmed in the microwave for 30-60 seconds.

More Banana Bread Recipes to Try

If you love this banana bread, check out these other tasty recipes:

• Vegan Banana Bread
• Healthy Blueberry Banana Bread
• Chocolate Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Loaf
• Almond Butter Banana Bread Muffins

This Healthy Banana Bread with coconut oil is not only a treat for your taste buds but also a nourishing snack that you can feel good about eating. Enjoy baking and savor every slice!

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