Low Fat Banana Bread Recipe (2024)

Our Low Fat Banana Bread has no butter, but it's still incredibly moist and delicious. With our without walnuts, you won't even be able to tell it's healthier for you!

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There’s just something, dare I say, All-American?, about a freshly baked loaf of banana bread. It’s comfort food at it’s finest.

We usually eat our bananas before they even lose all their green coloring, but on the rare occasion we don’t, I look forward to making banana bread every time.

While we love the classic banana bread, after trying to lose weight after each baby, I knew I wanted a banana bread with less fat.

This recipe uses absolutely NO butter, but you don’t lose any of the flavor or moisture.

How to make low fat banana bread

Step 1: In a medium bowl combine eggs, mashed banana, sugar, and applesauce.

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Step 2: Add flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and nuts and mix well.

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Step 3: Pour batter into a greased 9×5″loaf pan and bake at 350 degrees for 55 to 60 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

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Want to make two loaves? This recipe will fill two pans that are 7 1/2 x 3 1/2 x 2 inches. Bake them at the same temperature for 40 to 45 minutes.

You can also make them into muffins (see directions below).

Can you make banana bread into muffins?

YES! To make this recipe into muffins, spray muffin tins with nonstick cooking spray, and fill about 2/3 of the way full.

This recipe will yield about 20-24 muffins (depending on how full you fill the muffin tins).

Bake at 375 degrees for 20-22 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

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Don’t have ripe bananas?

NO PROBLEM! You can ripen a banana quickly by baking them in the oven or microwaving them.

With the peels still on, place them on a foil-lined baking sheet and bake at 350 degrees for about 15 minutes until they are blackened. Let them cool, then scoop the bananas from the peels and use them in your recipe.

With the peels off, place them in a microwave-safe bowl and heat them for about 30 seconds to soften them. Use them in the recipe as usual.

How to store

Banana bread is best stored covered in plastic wrap or foil. It can sit at room temperature for 2-3 days, or refrigerated for up to a week.

To freeze, we like to cut it into slices and individually wrap each slice in plastic wrap, then place the slices in a large, resealable ziploc freezer bag.

That way, we can grab them and go when we’re on the run out the door as a quick snack or breakfast in a pinch.

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Serves: 8

Low Fat Banana Bread Recipe

Our Low Fat Banana Bread has no butter, but it's still incredibly moist and delicious. With our without walnuts, you won't even be able to tell it's healthier for you!

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 55 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins

Ingredients

  • 2 eggs beaten
  • cups mashed bananas (about 3 to 5 ripe bananas)
  • 1 cup sugar
  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 2 cups whole wheat flour
  • teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

  • In a large mixing bowl combine eggs, mashed banana, sugar, and applesauce.

  • Add flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg; mix well.

  • Pour batter into a greased 9 x 5 inch loaf pan and bake for 55 to 60 minutes, until crust is golden brown.

  • Cut into slices and serve

Notes

  • Banana bread is best stored covered in plastic wrap or foil. It can sit atroom temperature for 2-3 days, or refrigerated for up to a week.

Nutrition

Calories: 259 kcal · Carbohydrates: 58 g · Protein: 6 g · Fat: 2 g · Saturated Fat: 1 g · Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g · Monounsaturated Fat: 1 g · Trans Fat: 1 g · Cholesterol: 41 mg · Sodium: 238 mg · Potassium: 287 mg · Fiber: 5 g · Sugar: 32 g · Vitamin A: 94 IU · Vitamin C: 4 mg · Calcium: 64 mg · Iron: 2 mg

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl

  • 9x5 loaf pan

Recipe Details

Course: Snack

Cuisine: American

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  1. The Hills Family says:

    I'm going to try and make these this week! It sounds Delicious!

  2. Keri Lynn says:

    I'm thinking I will make this today and sub. wheat flour for reg. flour.

  3. 805 Buckaroo says:

    Baking this right now. Can't wait to have in the morning.

  4. Adriana Harp says:

    Sounds good except for the 1c sugar .. any ideas for subbing a healthier alternative? Agave? Dates?

  5. Six Sisters says:

    Hi Adriana,

    I have never tried it with an alternative, but I think you could even cut the sugar down to 1/2 cup and it would still be delicious!

  6. Candice says:

    Do you know what the calories and fat content are?

  7. Jodie says:

    Truvia is a very good alternative. We substitute that for ever recipe calling for sugar and we can't tell the difference. Possibly we are used to it, but it's delish!

  8. Shaun Renee says:

    I just made this tonight and love it. It's so moist and yummy. I was thinking the same thing about substituting wheat flour for all purpose flour the next time I make it.

  9. Six Sisters says:

    Hi Candice,

    You can use this website to figure out the calories. Thanks!

  10. Alexis says:

    I just made this bread and it was so moist and delicious. I really like using appesauce instead of butter even though I did add chocolate chips.

  11. Kay McIntyre says:

    Made it this afternoon, my husband and I love it! He said "best banana bread I've ever eaten". It's so moist. We're eating it warm :)

  12. Debra Collins says:

    Made this with 1/3 less sugar, and wouldn't hesitate to go down to 1/2 the sugar. It was moist!

  13. Tiah G says:

    I did 1/2 cup of stevia and 1/2 cup sugar, but I ended up not eating it =/ I tasted too much of the applesauce.. I'm not sure if I did something wrong or if it was just me..

  14. Six Sisters says:

    I have never used Stevia before so that may be the problem with the sweetness. Sorry about that!

  15. Amy says:

    I used 1 cup whole wheat flour and went down to a bit over 1/2 cup sugar. You can also use some nutella and go down to 1/4 cup sugar

  16. Philippians 1: 3-8 says:

    Can you use this for muffins?

  17. Six Sisters says:

    Yes! You could definitely make these into muffins. Just follow the directions from this muffin recipe for cooking times, etc.

  18. Angie says:

    Trying this tonight.... Your website is my new best friend! Thanks for everything

  19. Crystal Smith says:

    Oh So Yummy! This is a keeper. I put 3/4 cup of sugar and added a bit more cinnamon. I did not add the walnuts- just kept it plain but it was so good. Thanks for this recipe!

  20. Theresa says:

    This is great! Looking up the recipe to make again. They freeze great too!

  21. Samantha Caruso says:

    HI there, I love love love this recipe but I recently moved to a higher altitude out in Colorado, any high altitude changes to the recipe?

  22. Pat says:

    Love this recipe! Is it possible to make this recipe into muffins and add blueberries? Not sure how to adjust since the blueberries are naturally sweet and juicy.

  23. Cyd says:

    Hi Pat. I'm sure you could easily make this bread into muffins. We have not yet tried that, so you would need to watch the cooking time closely.

  24. GinA says:

    Hi! How much for walnuts or chocolate chips? It doesn’t have it In the recipe :)

  25. Cyd says:

    You can use your own add ins for this banana bread. Just add 1/2 cup to 1 cup - to your own liking. This is just regular banana bread. We didn't have chocolate chips listed in the ingredients.

  26. Zoe says:

    Can I sub applesauce for another banana? Do you know if it will work?

  27. Momma Cyd says:

    It works best with 1 1/2 cups mashed bananas - it is banana bread. If you don't have enough bananas, add a little more applesauce. That's the perfect substitute for banana bread.

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Low Fat Banana Bread Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Can I eat banana bread while losing weight? ›

You can certainly include banana bread in a healthy diet, but this dish should be considered a dessert. Keep in mind that not all foods are created to be healthy. For example, cakes, ice cream, and sweet breads aren't meant to be the most nutritious foods you can eat. Desserts may not be a part of your everyday diet.

What happens if you put too many eggs in banana bread? ›

Adding more eggs makes for a spongy, less flavorful banana bread. Doubling the number of eggs I was using resulted in a spongy cake with a moist texture.

What happens if you put too much flour in banana bread? ›

If you use too much flour, you'll end up with really dry banana bread, and If you don't use enough flour, your banana bread will be way too wet. The secret lies in how you measure the flour. The scoop out of the bag method could be packing way too much flour.

Why is my banana bread so heavy? ›

An overmixed banana bread batter will result in a dense, rubbery loaf. As you're prepping your batter, heed the advice of "stir until just moistened" and "no more than 10 seconds."

Can I eat banana to lose belly fat? ›

No single food can help you lose weight, and bananas should definitely not be your go-to solution. It's important to eat a varied and balanced diet that contains all key nutrients for your health. Although bananas work well for some people's metabolism, this is not the case for most people.

Can I eat banana while losing belly fat? ›

Bananas are great belly fat-burning foods. Bananas when taken in moderation do not cause or increase belly fat.

What happens if I put 2 eggs instead of 1? ›

Eggs are responsible for giving baked goods structure, which means the amount you use directly affects the resulting texture. Using too few eggs will make your desserts dense, but using too many will make them rubbery. The explanation for this lies in the fact that eggs are made up of protein.

How many eggs does 1 banana substitute? ›

Banana. Use ripe bananas to add moisture. One mashed banana can replace one egg in cakes and pancakes. Since it will add a bit of flavor, make sure that it's compatible with the other ingredients of the recipe.

How many bananas equal 4 eggs? ›

Whichever fruit you choose to use, you can replace each egg with half of a large banana. Baked goods made with puréed fruits may not brown as deeply, but they will be very dense and moist. This substitution works best in cakes, muffins, brownies, and quick breads.

Is it better to use bread flour or all purpose flour for banana bread? ›

Though it is called banana bread,it is not actually a bread . It is more of a cakey loaf made by the addition of soda bi carbonate as a leavening agent. The is no requirement of developing gluten in these kind of loaves and so even all purpose flour with a low content of gluten is good enough.

Why do you not put baking powder in banana bread? ›

If you are using regular milk, you would normally use baking powder. Banana bread normally calls for sour milk, sour cream or buttermilk; all of these are acidic, so in this case what you need is baking soda.

Can I use bread flour instead of all purpose for banana bread? ›

Yes you can, but if you don't use yeast your banana bread might become very heavy. It's better to use plain or self rising flour. Of course: the operative word is “bread.” You can use ANY type of flour you want when you bake.

Can you put too much banana in banana bread? ›

Banana bread recipes typically ask you to use overripe bananas so that they're easier to mush. This means it's tempting to toss all your bananas into the mix when you're ready to bake, to avoid food waste. But if you add too much of the fruit into your batter, your bread could turn out mushy, heavy, and wet.

What happens if you put too much baking soda in banana bread? ›

Using too much baking soda or baking powder can really mess up a recipe, causing it to rise uncontrollably and taste terrible.

Why does my banana bread taste weird? ›

Bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) is the raising agent and this can sometimes taste bitter or soapy if the wrong quantity is used.

Is it OK to eat bread when losing weight? ›

Yes, you can eat bread while trying to lose weight.

There is no need to avoid it completely from your diet. Limit your intake of bread to 25 percent of your plate and enjoy it with vegetables to avoid overconsumption. The secret to losing weight is consuming fewer calories than you utilize during the day.

Can I eat bread and still lose weight? ›

Some popular trendy diets suggest avoiding all breads and carb-rich foods, but abstaining from all carbohydrates or breads is not necessarily a healthy way to lose weight. Really, all foods, including bread, can be a part of a weight loss diet, as long as they are eaten thoughtfully and in moderation.

Can I eat bread and still lose fat? ›

Including whole-grain bread in your diet can help support your weight-loss goals. But eating this carb won't guarantee that you will achieve your weight-loss goals in minutes. Whole-grain bread should be included as part of an overall balanced and healthy diet and lifestyle to support weight loss.

Can I eat bread and butter and still lose weight? ›

Yes, you absolutely can eat bread with butter while achieving your weight loss goals.

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