Quick Low-Calorie Banana Bread – Moist, Healthy, and Easy

Desserts

A moist, quick banana bread that keeps calories low by replacing oil with applesauce and using egg whites along with a low-calorie sweetener. Ready in under an hour, perfect for a lighter snack or breakfast.

Yield: 10 slices
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 40–45 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes

Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 3 tablespoons erythritol or other granulated low-calorie sweetener (adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour or oat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2 tablespoons nonfat Greek yogurt or skim milk (optional for extra moisture)
  • Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or sugar-free chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat & Prepare Pan

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Lightly grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.

2. Mix Wet Ingredients

  • Mash bananas until smooth.
  • Whisk in egg whites, applesauce, sweetener, vanilla, and Greek yogurt if using.

3. Combine Dry Ingredients

  • In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

4. Fold Batter

  • Fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  • Stir in optional walnuts or chocolate chips if desired.

5. Bake

  • Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
  • Bake 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.

6. Cool & Serve

  • Cool in the pan 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Quick Tips

  • Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.
  • For an oil-free version, keep applesauce and omit nuts.
  • Swap erythritol for 2–3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey for natural sweetness (calories will increase).
  • Make mini loaves or muffins; reduce bake time to 15–20 minutes.
  • Store covered at room temperature up to 2 days, refrigerate up to 5 days, or freeze slices up to 3 months.

Estimated Nutrition (per slice – 10 slices per loaf)

  • Calories: 80–100 (depending on ingredients and sweetener choice)
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Carbohydrates: 18 g
  • Fat: 1–3 g

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