Description

This Gingerbread Banana Bread is a deliciously moist and flavorful twist on classic banana bread, incorporating warm gingerbread spices and using wholesome oat flour for a healthier option. Sweetened with Swerve, a sugar substitute, this bread offers a lower-sugar treat perfect for breakfast or snack time.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

1¾ cups oat flour
½ tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp nutmeg
1 tsp allspice
½ tsp ground ginger

Wet Ingredients

3 ripe bananas, mashed
½ cup plain, nonfat Greek yogurt
½ cup unsweetened applesauce
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract

Sweetener

¾ cup granular Swerve

Topping

Mixture of cinnamon, brown Swerve, and granular Swerve (optional)

Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a 9×5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper to ensure the bread doesn’t stick and bakes evenly.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the mashed bananas, Greek yogurt, unsweetened applesauce, granular Swerve, vanilla extract, and eggs. Mix until the ingredients are fully incorporated, creating a smooth and uniform batter base.
Add Dry Ingredients: Add the oat flour, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and ground ginger to the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined; avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
Pour Batter and Add Topping: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. If desired, sprinkle the top with a mixture of cinnamon, brown Swerve, and granular Swerve for an extra touch of sweetness and spice.
Bake: Bake the bread for 55-60 minutes, or until the top is nicely browned and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This indicates the bread is fully cooked.
Cool and Store: Allow the bread to cool completely in the pan before slicing. Store the bread in the refrigerator for up to 6 days to maintain freshness or keep it in a cool, dry place for up to 4 days.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter once the dry ingredients are added to prevent a dense texture.
Use ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and moisture.
Oat flour can be substituted with whole wheat flour but will alter texture slightly.
The Swerve sweetener can be replaced with other granulated sugar substitutes to suit dietary preferences.
Ensure the bread is completely cooled before slicing to prevent crumbling.
Store refrigerated to extend shelf life and maintain freshness.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Baking
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Gingerbread Banana Bread, Healthy Banana Bread, Low Sugar Banana Bread, Oat Flour Banana Bread, Gluten Free Banana Bread Alternative