Honduran Banana Bread

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 5
Delicious Honduran Banana Bread recipe for a healthy breakfast or snack
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Prep

15 min

Cook

65 min

Ready In

80 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter , softened
2 tablespoons neufchatel cheese
1 cup sugar
1 egg
2 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup mashed banana
1/2 cup skim milk
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 cup flaked coconut

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
234
Sugar
23g
Fat
7g
Banana bread is a popular type of cake made from mashed bananas. It is a healthier option to other cakes, as it typically contains no added oil or butter. Adding neufchatel cheese and flaked coconut to this recipe takes it up a notch, making it even more moist and flavorful. This recipe is perfect for breakfast or as a snack throughout the day, and it can be easily customized with different add-ins such as chocolate chips or walnuts. Plus, it's easy to make and can be stored for several days making it a convenient and healthy option for those always on the go.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2.In a large bowl, cream together the butter, neufchatel cheese, and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg.
3.In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4.Stir the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture. Add mashed banana, milk, and vanilla; beat well. Stir in flaked coconut.
5.Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
6.Bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. Let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

This banana bread is moist and flavorful.
Great for breakfast or as a snack throughout the day, it’s also easy to make and can be stored for several days.

Bananas are loaded with essential vitamins and minerals.
They are a good source of fiber, vitamin C, vitamin B6, and potassium, all of which are vital for maintaining a healthy body.

CONS

While bananas are healthy in moderation, this bread does contain sugar and butter, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Bananas are considered a super food because they are rich in nutrients, particularly potassium which promotes cardiovascular health. They also contain vitamin B6 which is essential in maintaining a healthy immune system.

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