Banana Oat Bread - Once Upon A Homestead Recipes
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This tender and moist Banana Oat Bread combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with nutritious oats, creating a healthy yet indulgent snack or breakfast treat. It's simple to whip up, requiring only a handful of wholesome ingredients. With its cozy aroma and delightful flavor, this bread is perfect for enjoying on its own or slathered with butter. Plus, it’s easy to customize with your favorite add-ins, making it a versatile recipe for all banana bread lovers!
Banana Oat Bread - Once Upon A Homestead Recipes
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Cuisine
American
Author:
Once Upon A Homestead Recipes
Servings
10
Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
60 minutes
Calories
180
This tender and moist Banana Oat Bread combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with nutritious oats, creating a healthy yet indulgent snack or breakfast treat. It's simple to whip up, requiring only a handful of wholesome ingredients. With its cozy aroma and delightful flavor, this bread is perfect for enjoying on its own or slathered with butter. Plus, it’s easy to customize with your favorite add-ins, making it a versatile recipe for all banana bread lovers!
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, honey (or maple syrup), melted coconut oil (or butter), and vanilla extract until well blended.
- In another bowl, mix the rolled oats, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and whole wheat flour.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined. Fold in walnuts or chocolate chips if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth out the top.
- Bake for about 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.