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Sugar-Free Banana Bread Recipe

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4.6 from 148 reviews
  • Author: Ben
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (about 8 slices) 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

This sugar-free banana bread is a moist and wholesome treat made with wholemeal flour, ripe bananas, and natural sweetness from sultanas. It is perfect for a healthy snack or breakfast option, offering a delicious cinnamon flavor without added refined sugar. The recipe is simple and kid-friendly, making it great for family baking sessions.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 125g self-raising wholemeal flour
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 75g sultanas

Wet Ingredients

  • 50g butter, melted
  • 2 tsp vanilla essence
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tbsp milk
  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed

To Serve (Optional)

  • Drizzle agave syrup

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare the Tin: Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan) or gas mark 4. Grease and line a 450g loaf tin (about 1lb) with baking parchment to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the self-raising wholemeal flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and sultanas. Stir together thoroughly with a wooden spoon to evenly distribute the ingredients.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl or jug, whisk the melted butter, vanilla essence, egg, milk, and mashed ripe bananas using a small balloon whisk or a fork, ensuring the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet banana mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir the mixture thoroughly with a wooden spoon until just combined, taking care not to overmix.
  5. Bake the Bread: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf tin, smoothing the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool and Serve: Remove the banana bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the tin for about 10 minutes. Then carefully turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely. Optionally, drizzle agave syrup over the top just before serving for extra sweetness.

Notes

  • Use ripe bananas with brown spots for the sweetest flavor and best texture.
  • Ensure accurate weighing of ingredients for best baking results, especially when involving children.
  • If you prefer, substitute agave syrup with honey or maple syrup as a natural sweetener.
  • The bread can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.
  • This recipe is naturally free from refined sugar but does contain gluten and dairy from butter and milk.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Baking
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: British

Keywords: banana bread, sugar-free banana bread, healthy banana bread, wholemeal banana bread, kid friendly baking, cinnamon banana bread, no added sugar banana bread

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