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Oatmeal Banana Bread

Delicious Oatmeal Banana Bread That’s Guilt-Free & Easy

This Healthy Oatmeal Banana Bread is a delicious and nutritious option for breakfast or snacks, made with fiber-rich ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 4 medium Ripe Bananas The riper, the better—look for dark brown spots
  • 2 cups Old-Fashioned Oats Provides texture and adds fiber
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with whole wheat or gluten-free blend
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Adds depth of flavor
  • 2 large Eggs Substitute with flax eggs for a vegan version
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Essential for a fluffy texture
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Boosts flavor
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Walnuts Adds crunch; omit for nut-free option
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips For a sweeter touch
  • 1 cup Dried Fruits Consider raisins or cranberries
For Moisture
  • 1/2 cup Oil or Applesauce Both keep bread moist

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • Fork or Potato Masher
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Mix eggs and brown sugar with mashed bananas until well combined.
  4. Add oil/applesauce and oats, stir gently until just combined.
  5. Whisk together flour, baking powder, and cinnamon in a separate bowl.
  6. Fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until slightly lumpy.
  7. Fold in any optional nuts or chocolate chips.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  9. Bake for 50-60 minutes, check for doneness with a toothpick.
  10. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature; refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.

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