Healthy Banana Bread Loaf (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Wet Ingredients
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4 bananas, about 1 ⅓ cups, mashed
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1 large egg
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
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3 tablespoons light brown sugar
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (or substitute applesauce)
→ Dry Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (white or white-whole wheat)
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
# Instructions:
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Grease a standard 9×5 inch loaf pan and line the bottom with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
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Mash bananas in a mixing bowl. Add the egg, vanilla extract, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. Stir well to combine.
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In a separate small bowl, mix together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture. Gently stir until fully combined. Then fold in the melted butter or applesauce.
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Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 35-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
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Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes. Then invert onto a wire cooling rack and let it cool completely before slicing.
# Notes:
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Using ripe bananas enhances the natural sweetness of the bread, reducing the need for additional sugar.