The other alternative is to peel and toss them into a zipper lock bag for the freezer where they are ready and waiting to be added to healthy smoothies, protein shakes and ice cream.
This one is a bit different. Made from a combination of applesauce and bananas, this healthy applesauce banana bread is as easy as it is delicious.
I think I've discovered the secret to making sweet treats with a moderate amount of SmartPoints that doesn't require resorting to artificial sweeteners! (Splenda gives me a headache and I don't like the bitter aftertaste of stevia, but I'm continue to experiment with Truvia (affiliate link).)
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I prefer to try to just keep the amount of sugar as low as possible, use mashed 0 Points fruit like unsweetened applesauce and bananas for natural moisture and sweetness, and use as little fat as possible.
The original recipe called for baking mix such as Jiffy or Bisquick, which while convenient, now that I'm an avid food label reader, I realize isn't the healthiest choice ever. So I substituted flour, baking powder and salt instead.
I used white whole-wheat flour to bump up the nutrition a bit. Feel free to substitute all-purpose flour or a combination of white-wheat and all-purpose if you prefer.
Homemade Banana Bread With Applesauce
As a longtime Weight Watcher, my kitchen is equipped with a digital kitchen scale (affiliate link), which I now routinely use to weigh my flour instead of measuring it when baking, because it provides more accuracy and consistency.
If you have issues with managing portion-control when it comes to baked goods, you could always use this recipe to make mini-loaves, muffins or mini muffins instead.
There are many tasty additions you can add to banana bread to enhance its flavor and texture. Here are a few suggestions:
Healthy Applesauce Banana Bread Recipe
If you like this easy recipe for banana bread with applesauce, be sure to check out some of my other easy healthy Weight Watchers friendly recipes including Low-Fat Banana Nut Bread, Bran Banana Chocolate Chip Bread, Individual Banana Bread Baked Oatmeal Cups, Cashew Banana Mini Muffins and Mini Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Banana Muffins
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Thanks! Now check your email to get your free ebook from Simple Nourished Living - The 7 Secrets of Successful Weight Watchers. Be sure to add martha@ as a safe sender in your email..Banana bread with applesauce is the perfect afternoon snack! Learn how to make the best healthy banana bread using applesauce and just a few ingredients.
If you've been a reader of this blog for a while, you know we have so many banana bread recipes here. Our most popular banana bread recipe is the oatmeal banana bread and our chocolate lovers love the double chocolate banana bread and chocolate chip banana bread. Today, I'm going to show you how to make banana bread with applesauce. This version of banana bread doesn't call for any butter or oil and is quite healthy!
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Ever wondered what you can substitute for vegetable oil in banana bread? Here is your answer: the good old applesauce. The texture is perfect for banana bread and it keeps the bread just as soft and moist but with much fewer calories.
Store made banana breads are usually full of unnecessary amounts of sugar and butter? If you love banana bread and make it often, you might want to give this healthy banana bread with applesauce a chance. The best part about this healthy banana bread is that it's not dry at all thanks to the apple sauce. Even though it's made without butter, it's super moist and flavorful. It's not too sweet and is packed with flavor thanks to ripe bananas.
Applesauce is a great substitute for eggs or fat in baking. In this banana bread recipe applesauce is used in place of butter or oil. It keeps the banana bread moist while cutting the calories. The texture of this banana bread is perfectly soft and fluffy without being even a bit greasy.
Applesauce Banana Bread Recipe
Start by mixing mashed bananas and sugar in a mixing bowl followed by the applesauce. Then add the eggs one at a time and mix well after each addition.
Mix in the Greek yogurt and vanilla and finish by adding the flour, baking powder and baking soda. Fold in half of the walnuts into the batter.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake in the oven for about 50 minutes.Test the doneness by inserting a toothpick into the banana bread. If it comes out with raw batter, let it bake in the oven for another ten minutes. Cool the bread in the pan for about 10 minutes and then transfer it to a cooling rack.
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I love having banana bread fresh. However, you can keep it covered at room temperature for up to 3 days. Make sure the bread is covered fully with a plastic wrap to stay fresh.
Absolutely! It's so easy to freeze banana bread. It's best to slice it and wrap each slice individually in a wax or parchment paper and freeze. You can freeze banana bread slices for up to 3 months. To serve, simply thaw at room temperature or microwave.
Yes! I'm not sure how many muffins this recipe yields.Divide the batter between the muffin liners and fill ⅔ of each muffin liner. Bake in the oven for about 18-20 minutes.
Low Fat Applesauce Banana Bread
Calories: 315 kcal Carbohydrates: 60 g Protein: 7 g Fat: 6 g Saturated Fat: 1 g Cholesterol: 42 mg Sodium: 91 mg Potassium: 315 mg Fiber: 3 g Sugar: 33 g Vitamin A: 88 IU Vitamin C: 4 mg Calcium: 55 mg Iron: 2 mgAn easy & healthy recipe for cozy banana bread made with unsweetened applesauce & plain Greek yogurt (no oil) + fresh orange zest and juice, chopped nuts & dark chocolate chips. Cut it into thick slices & store it in the fridge or freezer for a fragrant & flavor-packed snack any time of the day. (gluten-free & dairy-free option)
One of my favorite snacks is a thick slice of homemade banana bread or a banana muffin (like strawberry or double chocolate). I like to smear it with creamy peanut butter for extra protein, pair it with a tasty beverage, and settle down with a good book for a cozy reading session.
When I'm craving something a bit lighter (usually in the warmer months), I swap out part or all of the oil in my banana bread recipes for applesauce, which adds moisture + a mild sweetness without the extra fat.
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In today's recipe I decided to do half applesauce & half plain Greek yogurt so I could add back in some healthy fat + protein to make the bread more balanced nutritionally. I always buy whole milk yogurt (better for absorbing fat-soluble vitamins D, E & K), but you can use low-fat or non-fat if that's what you prefer.
Even without the oil, this healthier version is still moist & packed with tons of flavor from the combo of banana + orange + vanilla. The major difference? It's not quite as rich & tender in terms of texture. If you want your banana bread to have those qualities, omit the yogurt and use your favorite cooking oil instead (mine is avocado oil).
I'm perfectly fine losing some of the richness in this case, as it's a good excuse for me to use up the half empty containers of unsweetened applesauce + yogurt lingering in my fridge. Surely I'm not the only one!
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It seems like the only times I use applesauce these days is for my pumpkin apple muffins or make-ahead lunch boxes, so I need extra ideas if you have them!
The ingredients are super simple, so you likely have everything you need on hand right now. I almost always keep a few navel oranges in my fridge (it extends their shelf life) for smoothies or baking since it's a cheap way to add a ton of flavor. If you have any extra, use
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