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Oatmeal Banana Bread

Mouthwatering Oatmeal Banana Bread You’ll Crave Daily

This Oatmeal Banana Bread is a delightful, healthy treat perfect for breakfast or snacks, using up overripe bananas with a moist and fluffy texture.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups oat flour can be made at home by blending rolled oats until fine.
  • 1 cup rolled oats adjust 1 to 2 tablespoons based on your thickness preference.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda make sure it's fresh for the best outcome.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder make sure it's fresh for the best outcome.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt it's essential for balancing the sweetness of the bread.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon optional, but highly recommended for extra flavor.
  • 1 cup chocolate chips optional, feel free to substitute with alternative chips, raisins, or omit for a healthier version.
  • 2 cups mashed banana approximately 4 medium bananas.
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup helps reduce the overall need for refined sugars.
  • 1/3 cup coconut oil for a fat-free option, simply replace with water.
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract using pure extract makes a significant difference in taste.

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine oat flour, rolled oats, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In a separate bowl, mash ripe bananas and mix with maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
  4. Combine the wet banana mixture with the dry ingredients and mix until just combined, adding chocolate chips if using.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  6. Optionally, sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top of the batter.
  7. Bake for 35 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
  9. Slice and serve your oatmeal banana bread warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover oatmeal banana bread in a covered container for up to five days or freeze slices for up to three months.

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