Baby Banana Bread Recipe
This Baby Banana Bread is a nutritious and naturally sweet treat made with ripe bananas and whole wheat flour. Easy to prepare, it’s perfect for little ones and can be customized with optional spices or extracts. Bake this wholesome bread for a delightful snack or breakfast for your baby!
Ingredients
- 2 to 3 ripe bananas
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 1 egg (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Mash the Bananas: Peel the ripe bananas and place them in a mixing bowl. Mash them until smooth, leaving a few lumps for texture.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the applesauce and the egg (if using) to the mashed bananas. Stir in the vanilla extract if desired. Mix until well combined.
- Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the whole wheat flour, baking powder, and cinnamon (if using). Mix gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to preheat.Pour into Pan: Transfer the batter into a greased loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake: Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.