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Quinoa Banana Bread

Delicious Quinoa Banana Bread for a Healthy Boost

This Healthy Quinoa Banana Bread is a delightful twist on a classic, packed with protein and nutrients from quinoa and overripe bananas.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Batter Ingredients
  • 3 medium Overripe Bananas Use bananas with brown spots for maximum natural sweetness and moisture.
  • 1 cup Cooked Quinoa Ensure it’s completely cooled.
  • 2 large Eggs Can substitute with flax eggs for a vegan option.
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Consider using coconut sugar for a healthier option.
  • 1/4 cup Butter (melted) Swap for coconut oil for dairy-free version.
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Spoon into measuring cup to avoid density.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Make sure it's fresh.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Mini loaf pans

Method
 

Baking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease four mini loaf pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk thoroughly.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, sugar, and melted butter until smooth.
  4. Fold in the mashed overripe bananas into the egg mixture.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until no dry flour is visible.
  6. Carefully fold in the cooled cooked quinoa into the batter.
  7. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared mini loaf pans.
  8. Bake for approximately 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 8mg

Notes

To keep your bread fresh, store it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.

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