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Gingerbread Banana Bread Quick Spiced Banana Loaf

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A cozy and quick gingerbread banana bread bursting with holiday spices, made easy with oat flour and healthy swaps.

  • Total Time: 70 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (approximately 8 servings) 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1¾ cup oat flour
  • ½ cup plain, nonfat Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup granular Swerve
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp nutmeg
  • 1 tsp all spice
  • ½ tsp ground ginger
  • Mixture of cinnamon, brown Swerve, and granular Swerve for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F and line a 9×5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix together the mashed banana, Greek yogurt, applesauce, Swerve, vanilla extract, and eggs until fully incorporated.
  3. Add in the oat flour, salt, baking soda, and spices, mixing until just combined. Avoid over mixing!
  4. Pour the mixture into the loaf pan. Top with additional cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar Swerve substitute if desired.
  5. Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the top is browned and a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow to cool completely before slicing. Store in the refrigerator for up to 6 days or in a cool, dry place for up to 4 days for freshness.

Notes

For best flavor, use ripe or overripe bananas. Cool the loaf completely before wrapping to avoid sogginess.

  • Author: Chef Hanna
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 39g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg