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Deliciously Healthier Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe

This Healthier Chocolate Chip Banana Bread is a delightful treat with wholesome ingredients, ideal for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas Use bananas with plenty of brown spots for natural sweetness and moisture.
  • 2 large Eggs Substitute with flax eggs (1 tablespoon flaxseed meal + 3 tablespoon water per egg) for a vegan option.
  • 1 cup Oat Flour Can be replaced with all-purpose flour or whole wheat flour.
  • ½ cup Coconut Sugar Lower glycemic impact; reduce if bananas are very ripe.
  • ¼ cup Avocado Oil Keeps the bread moist; melted coconut oil can be a substitute.
  • ½ teaspoon Sea Salt Enhances the overall flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Serves as a leavening agent.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Infuses warmth and depth to the flavor.
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Opt for vegan chocolate chips for a dairy-free version.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Fork
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a large bowl until smooth, leaving a few lumps for texture.
  3. Add the eggs, oat flour, coconut sugar, avocado oil, sea salt, baking soda, and cinnamon to the mashed bananas and mix gently.
  4. Fold in the chocolate chips.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle additional chocolate chips on top.
  6. Bake for 50-55 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. Slice and enjoy your Healthier Chocolate Chip Banana Bread!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use bananas with lots of brown spots for maximum sweetness and avoid overmixing for a light loaf.

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