Healthy Blueberry Banana Bread
This Healthy Blueberry Banana Bread is a simple, nutritious loaf that’s easy to prepare and absolutely delicious. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, and packed with wholesome ingredients!
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs Creates structure and richness while helping bind the ingredients together.
- 2 cups mashed overripe bananas Provides natural sweetness, moisture, and a soft texture.
- 1/2 cup real maple syrup Adds a rich, comforting sweetness without refined sugars.
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Enhances the overall flavor profile with a warm aromatic touch.
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup almond flour Offers a nutty flavor, healthy fats, and a gluten-free base.
- 1 cup homemade oat flour Provides a light, fluffy texture and is perfect for gluten-free needs.
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adds warmth and depth of flavor to the bread.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder Helps the bread rise for a light texture.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Works with the acidic components to create a fluffy loaf.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances the sweetness and enhances the overall flavors.
Add-ins
- 1 cup blueberries Contribute juicy bursts of flavor and are packed with antioxidants.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a bread tin with parchment paper or grease it well.
- If you’re making your own oat flour, add rolled oats to a blender and blend until fine, about 20 seconds to 1 minute. Measure out 1 cup of flour.
- In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the almond flour, oat flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Mixing
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, mashed bananas, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet and mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in the blueberries with a spatula, then pour the batter into the prepared bread tin.
Baking
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool fully in the pan before slicing.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain moisture and freshness. This Healthy Blueberry Banana Bread is also excellent for meal prep and can be refrigerated for up to a week or frozen for longer storage.