Banana Applesauce Bread Recipe
This Banana Applesauce Bread recipe combines ripe bananas and unsweetened applesauce for a moist, flavorful loaf. Mix mashed bananas, applesauce, sugar, eggs, and vanilla, then incorporate flour, baking soda, and spices. Bake until golden brown for a delicious, easy treat that’s perfect for breakfast or a snack! Enjoy!
Equipment
- 1 medium mixing bowl
- 1 large mixing bowl
- Whisk or fork
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rubber spatula or wooden spoon
- 9×5 inch loaf pan
- Parchment paper (optional)
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 5 ripe bananas mashed
- 5 1/4 cups whole wheat flour or spelt flour
- 5 large eggs
- 4 tsp baking powder
- 2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup applesauce or Greek yogurt
- 2/3 cup maple syrup or honey
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon optional
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans optional
- 1 cup chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9×5-inch loaf pans or line them with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
- Add the applesauce, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil to the mashed bananas. Mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon (if using).
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans and/or chocolate chips.
- Divide the batter evenly between the prepared loaf pans.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the bread to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
Avoid Overmixing: Mixing the batter too much can lead to dense, tough bread.
Room Temperature Ingredients: Using room-temperature eggs and applesauce ensures even mixing.
Banana Ripeness: The riper the banana, the better the flavor.