If you’re looking to whip up a delightful treat, Extra Special Banana Bread is a fantastic choice. With a blend of wholesome ingredients and rich flavors, the recipe transforms simple bananas into a moist, flavorful loaf that’s sure to please anyone with a sweet tooth.
When it comes to ingredient substitutions, feel free to switch out the Egg Beaters for real eggs if that suits your fancy, though the egg substitute works wonders for a lighter texture. Applesauce can be replaced with plain yogurt for creaminess, and if you’re nut-free, just omit the walnuts or toss in some chocolate chips instead. Always best to use high-quality ingredients for maximum flavor, and check labels to ensure everything is allergy-friendly.
Bread & Rolls
Extra Special Banana Bread Recipe
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup Egg Beaters egg substitute
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup canola oil
- 1 cup sugar
- 3/4 cup Kashi Golean Crunch cereal
- 1/4 cup Fiber One cereal
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/4 cup water
- 8 ounces low-fat cream cheese
- 2 cups King Arthur white whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 large bananas, smashed
- 1 1/4 cups walnuts, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and spray two large loaf pans with Pam for Baking to prevent any sticky situations.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 3/4 cup Egg Beaters, 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce, 1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup canola oil, 3/4 cup Kashi Golean Crunch cereal, 1/4 cup Fiber One cereal, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and 1/4 cup water. Mix on low speed for about 3 minutes, then let it rest for a couple of minutes to let the flavors mingle.
- Next, beat in 8 ounces of low-fat cream cheese on low speed until everything is well blended.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups King Arthur white whole wheat flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg until evenly combined.
- Slowly add the flour mixture to the egg mixture on low speed, mixing just until combined. Then, fold in 2 large smashed bananas and 1 1/4 cups chopped walnuts, mixing until just combined—overmixing is a big no-no here.
- Pour the luscious batter into your prepared loaf pans and bake at 350°F for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. You want it perfectly baked, not a moment too long or short.
- Once baked, let the loaves cool on a wire rack before slicing and indulging.