It’s pretty much impossible to name a baked good that experienced a bigger boom in recent years than banana bread. It deserves all the attention coming its way, but there are ways to make it a little bit better and healthier, starting with these three.
Flour and Butter?
Most banana bread recipes call for white flour and butter, and you can replace both with healthier alternatives. Using almond or oat flour is a great way to make your banana bread truly pop, and you can also make it a little bit healthier by switching out butter for applesauce if you like its taste.
No Processed Sugar
There’s no need to add sugar to your banana bread because bananas are already sweet, but what if your recipe calls for it? Using honey, maple syrup, dates, or some other natural sweetener is always an option if you feel like your bread isn’t sweet enough on its own.
Healthy Add-Ins
There are many variations of banana bread, with chocolate banana bread being the most popular. If you decide to make it, avoid using chocolate chips and go for cacao or dark chocolate instead. Using nuts, seeds, and fruits to make your banana bread healthier is also an option.
