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Healthy Quinoa Banana Bread

Deliciously Nutritious Healthy Quinoa Banana Bread Recipe

This Healthy Quinoa Banana Bread is perfect for transforming overripe bananas into a protein-packed, nutritious treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 mini loaves
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 4 medium Overripe Bananas Ensure they are very ripe with brown spots.
  • 1 cup Quinoa Cooked and cooled.
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature for better blending.
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Can substitute with honey or maple syrup.
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free.
  • 1 1/2 cups Flour All-purpose or gluten-free; spoon into measuring cup.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Ensure it’s fresh.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt A pinch enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Loaf Pans
  • Spatula
  • Whisk
  • measuring cups
  • Oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the mini loaf pans with baking spray.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir thoroughly for even distribution.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and melted butter until smooth.
  4. Gently fold in the mashed overripe bananas into the wet mixture, keeping some small chunks.
  5. Gradually combine the dry mixture with the wet ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  6. Carefully fold in the cooled, cooked quinoa until evenly distributed.
  7. Divide the batter among the prepared mini loaf pans and smooth out the tops.
  8. Bake for 45-50 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick around the 45-minute mark.
  9. Allow the loaves to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mini loafCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This banana bread can be served warm with cream cheese or paired with fresh berries and Greek yogurt. Add nuts or chocolate chips for variations.

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