Description
This Healthy Oatmeal Banana Bread is a wholesome twist on traditional banana bread, using rolled oats and naturally sweetened with bananas and maple syrup. It's gluten-free when using gluten-free oats, easy to make in a blender, and optionally enhanced with chocolate chips for a delightful treat. Perfect for a nutritious snack or breakfast option.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats gluten free, if needed
- 4 large bananas approximately 1 1/2 cups banana
- 2 large eggs
- 6 tablespoon maple syrup can use honey or agave nectar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 cup chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 180C/350F and grease a loaf pan to prevent sticking. Set it aside while you prepare the batter.
- Blend the ingredients: In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine rolled oats, bananas, eggs, maple syrup, and baking soda. Blend until the mixture forms a smooth batter.
- Add chocolate chips: Gently fold the chocolate chips into the batter if you choose to use them, ensuring even distribution without overmixing.
- Bake the batter: Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and bake for 40 minutes or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
- Cool and serve: Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan before slicing to retain moisture and texture.
Notes
- Store the banana bread covered in the refrigerator for up to 1 week to keep it fresh.
- Freeze individual slices in ziplock bags for up to 6 months to extend shelf life and enjoy later.
- Use gluten-free oats to make the bread suitable for gluten-sensitive diets.
- Honey or agave nectar can substitute maple syrup depending on your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
