"Indulge in a healthier slice of comfort with our Wholesome Pecan Banana Bread. This moist, tender loaf is bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, complemented by aromatic cinnamon and nutmeg, and studded with crunchy pecans. A perfect treat for any time of day, crafted to satisfy your cravings while keeping wellness in mind."
Why it's Healthy
This version of pecan banana bread is made healthier by significantly reducing the amount of granulated sugar, relying more on the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. The butter content has also been reduced, lowering the saturated fat while still maintaining a moist texture thanks to the buttermilk and mashed bananas. We've ensured moderate portion sizes to help manage calorie intake, making it a more mindful indulgence without sacrificing flavor.
Ingredients
Nutrition Facts
Detailed Breakdown
| Item | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sugar | Fiber |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banana | 3.8g | 79.9g | 1.2g | 42.8g | 9.1g |
| Wheat Flour | 25.8g | 190.8g | 2.5g | 0.7g | 6.8g |
| Sugar | 0.0g | 80.0g | 0.0g | 80.0g | 0.0g |
| Eggs | 12.6g | 1.1g | 10.6g | 1.1g | 0.0g |
| Baking Soda | 0.0g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Pecans | 5.5g | 8.3g | 43.2g | 2.4g | 5.8g |
| Butter | 0.5g | 0.0g | 48.7g | 0.0g | 0.0g |
| Buttermilk | 4.1g | 5.8g | 1.1g | 5.8g | 0.0g |
| Cinnamon | 0.2g | 4.0g | 0.1g | 0.1g | 2.7g |
| Vanilla Extract | 0.0g | 0.6g | 0.0g | 0.6g | 0.0g |
| Nutmeg | 0.1g | 1.0g | 0.7g | 0.6g | 0.4g |
| Salt | 0.0g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 0.0g | 0.0g |
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Lightly grease and flour a 9 x 5 inch loaf pan.
- 2
In a large bowl, mash the peeled bananas until mostly smooth with a few small lumps remaining. Set aside.
- 3
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- 4
In another large bowl, combine the wheat flour, sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Whisk to ensure there are no lumps and the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- 5
Pour the wet banana mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spoon or spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few streaks of flour are acceptable.
- 6
Gently fold in the chopped pecans until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- 7
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly with your spatula.
- 8
Bake for 60 to 70 minutes, or until a wooden skewer or toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
- 9
Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, carefully remove it from the pan and transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
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