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Healthy Quinoa Banana Bread

Healthy Quinoa Banana Bread for a Deliciously Nutritious Snack

This Healthy Quinoa Banana Bread transforms overripe bananas into a nutritious snack rich in protein and flavor.
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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: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 3 large Overripe Bananas Adds natural sweetness and moisture.
  • 1 cup Cooked Quinoa Ensure fully cooked and cooled.
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Spoon flour into the measuring cup.
  • 2 large Eggs Binds the ingredients and contributes moisture.
  • 0.75 cups Sugar Adjust based on sweetness of bananas.
  • 0.5 cups Melted Butter Swap for coconut oil for dairy-free.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Helps the bread rise.
Optional Add-ins
  • 0.5 cups Walnuts Chop for a delightful surprise.
  • 0.5 cups Chocolate Chips Use semi-sweet or dark chocolate.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Elevates flavor profile.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • spatula
  • Loaf pans
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Incorporate cinnamon if using. Set aside.
  2. In another bowl, mash bananas and mix in eggs, sugar, and melted butter. Stir until creamy.
  3. Gently fold the mashed bananas into the wet mixture without overmixing.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir gently until just combined.
  5. Fold in cooked and cooled quinoa evenly into the batter.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare loaf pans with baking spray and fill with batter.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean and the top is golden.
  8. Allow the loaves to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure quinoa is cool before use. Opt for overripe bananas for the best flavor. Avoid overmixing to prevent tough bread.

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