{"id":102487,"date":"2025-08-02T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-02T08:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/?p=102487"},"modified":"2025-08-01T15:48:27","modified_gmt":"2025-08-01T13:48:27","slug":"healthy-banana-bread","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/en\/healthy-banana-bread\/","title":{"rendered":"Healthy Banana Bread (No Added Sugar or Fat)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>I\u2019ve baked plenty of homemade banana bread over the years, but this protein-rich, healthy banana bread recipe with no added sugar or fat might just be my favourite. It\u2019s soft, moist, and just the right amount of naturally sweet, thanks to ripe bananas and a touch of maple syrup (only 1 tbsp!). There\u2019s <strong>no refined sugar, no oil or butter<\/strong>, and it\u2019s made with simple, whole food ingredients like whole grain flour, oats, eggs, and <strong>cottage cheese for a boost of protein<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What I love most is how easy and fuss-free it is. It\u2019s one of those super delicious bakes that feels indulgent but is packed with goodness. Whether I\u2019m slicing it up for snack boxes, serving it with tea in the afternoon, or grabbing a piece on the go, it always hits the spot. And because it\u2019s made <strong>without added sugar or fat<\/strong>, it\u2019s perfect even for little ones, or anyone who wants something wholesome, satisfying, and naturally sweet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Bananenbrot-Rezept-ohne-Zucker-extra-Fett-1-of-3-800x533.jpg\" alt=\"Healthy banana bread recipe made with whole grain flour, cottage cheese, oats, and ripe bananas. Naturally sweet, high in protein, low in fat.\" class=\"wp-image-102469\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Bananenbrot-Rezept-ohne-Zucker-extra-Fett-1-of-3-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Bananenbrot-Rezept-ohne-Zucker-extra-Fett-1-of-3-324x216.jpg 324w, https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Bananenbrot-Rezept-ohne-Zucker-extra-Fett-1-of-3-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Bananenbrot-Rezept-ohne-Zucker-extra-Fett-1-of-3-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Bananenbrot-Rezept-ohne-Zucker-extra-Fett-1-of-3.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You\u2019ll Need for This Healthy Banana Bread Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here&#8217;s a quick rundown of the ingredients I use in this refined sugar-free banana bread, most of which are pantry staples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ripe bananas<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Naturally sweet and packed with flavour. The riper they are, the sweeter your banana bread will be. If you&#8217;re after maximum sweetness without any added sugar, go for bananas that are deeply speckled or fully brown.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cottage cheese<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Keeps the loaf moist while adding a lovely boost of protein.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Eggs<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Help bind everything together and add even more protein.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maple syrup<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Just one tablespoon is enough to gently round out the banana\u2019s natural sweetness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Whole wheat flour + oats<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 A nourishing, fibre-rich combo that gives the bread a tender crumb with a hearty bite.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, sea salt<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Essential for a gentle rise and warm, balanced flavour.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chopped walnuts (optional)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 I love the crunch and extra nuttiness, but feel free to leave them out.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Flour tip:<\/strong>\u00a0I usually go for 200 g white spelt flour and 100 g whole spelt flour as it gives the loaf a lovely mild nuttiness and soft texture. But if you\u2019ve only got plain flour at home, 300 g works just as well. Or use a mix of <strong>all-purpose flour and regular whole wheat flour<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1132\" src=\"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/gesunde-Bananenbrot-Rezept-Selber-Machen-ganz-einfach-1-of-1-800x1132.jpg\" alt=\"Picture showing how make this banana bread recipe\" class=\"wp-image-102475\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/gesunde-Bananenbrot-Rezept-Selber-Machen-ganz-einfach-1-of-1-800x1132.jpg 800w, https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/gesunde-Bananenbrot-Rezept-Selber-Machen-ganz-einfach-1-of-1-229x324.jpg 229w, https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/gesunde-Bananenbrot-Rezept-Selber-Machen-ganz-einfach-1-of-1-768x1087.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/gesunde-Bananenbrot-Rezept-Selber-Machen-ganz-einfach-1-of-1-1086x1536.jpg 1086w, https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/gesunde-Bananenbrot-Rezept-Selber-Machen-ganz-einfach-1-of-1-696x985.jpg 696w, https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/gesunde-Bananenbrot-Rezept-Selber-Machen-ganz-einfach-1-of-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Make My Banana Bread Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This is one of those easy, no-fuss bakes you can throw together even on a busy day. You\u2019ll find the full recipe card below, but here\u2019s how it comes together:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Prep the tin and blend the wet ingredients<\/strong>: Start by preheating your oven and lining a<a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/45dfCqv\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"> loaf tin <\/a>with parchment paper for easy removal. In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/4mjWduT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">immersion blender<\/a> to blend the bananas, eggs, cottage cheese, and maple syrup until smooth and creamy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mix and fold<\/strong>: In a separate bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients. Gently fold them into the wet mixture with a spatula, just until everything is combined. Avoid overmixing as we\u2019re going for light and tender, not dense! If you&#8217;re adding walnuts, now\u2019s the time to stir them in.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bake and cool: <\/strong>Pour the batter into your prepared banana bread tin, smooth the top, and for a pretty finish, place a halved banana on top (cut-side down). Bake until golden, then let it cool in the tin for 5\u201310 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to fully cool (P.S. It\u2019s delicious slightly warm!).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><em><em>You\u2019ll find all the exact measurements and cooking instructions in the Banana Bread recipe card below.<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Bananenbrot-Rezept-ohne-Zucker-extra-Fett-3-of-3-800x1200.jpg\" alt=\"Healthy banana bread recipe made with whole grain flour, cottage cheese, oats, and ripe bananas. Naturally sweet, high in protein, low in fat.\" class=\"wp-image-102473\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Bananenbrot-Rezept-ohne-Zucker-extra-Fett-3-of-3-800x1200.jpg 800w, https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Bananenbrot-Rezept-ohne-Zucker-extra-Fett-3-of-3-216x324.jpg 216w, https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Bananenbrot-Rezept-ohne-Zucker-extra-Fett-3-of-3-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Bananenbrot-Rezept-ohne-Zucker-extra-Fett-3-of-3-1024x1536.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Bananenbrot-Rezept-ohne-Zucker-extra-Fett-3-of-3-696x1044.jpg 696w, https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Bananenbrot-Rezept-ohne-Zucker-extra-Fett-3-of-3.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why I Keep Coming Back to This Banana Bread<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This isn\u2019t just another healthy banana bread, it\u2019s the one I make again and again. Here\u2019s why it\u2019s a staple in my kitchen:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Naturally sweet and refined sugar-free<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Sweetened with bananas and just a splash of maple syrup.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>High in protein<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Thanks to cottage cheese and eggs, each slice is surprisingly satisfying.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Low in fat, no oil or butter<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Still moist, but lighter than your average loaf.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Kid-friendly and lunchbox-approved<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 My two happily eat it for breakfast or as a mid-morning snack.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fuss-free and fail-proof<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 One bowl for wet, one for dry, then straight into the oven.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>And let\u2019s be honest, it\u2019s:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Beautifully moist.<br>Full of banana flavour with just a hint of cinnamon.<br>Slightly nutty from the spelt flour.<br>The kind of bake you can whip up without a second thought.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you love this healthy banana bread recipe, here are a few more nourishing favourites to try next:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>These\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/en\/bran-muffins\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">classic bran muffins<\/a>\u00a0full of fibre and perfect for breakfast or snack time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>My\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/en\/carrot-cake-muffins\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">carrot cake muffins<\/a>\u00a0are soft, spiced, and lightly sweetened, great for kids and grown-ups alike.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For something heartier, this\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/en\/walnut-date-loaf-with-hokkaido\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">walnut-date loaf with winter squash<\/a>\u00a0is rich, earthy, and perfect for cosy autumn baking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Or bake up a batch of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/en\/zucchini-bread-with-chocolate-chips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">zucchini bread with chocolate chips<\/a>. It\u2019s moist, flavourful, and just sweet enough.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Each of these recipes is made with simple, wholesome ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, just like this healthy homemade banana bread recipe.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"recipe\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-102495\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"102495\" data-servings=\"12\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-emery\"><div\n  class=\"wprm-layout-container wprm-padding-40 emery-header\"\n  style=\"\n    --wprm-layout-container-background-color: var(--emery-list-border-color);\n  \"\n>\n  <div\n    class=\"wprm-layout-column-container wprm-column-gap-20 wprm-column-rows-recipe-600 wprm-column-rows-reverse wprm-row-gap-20 emery-header-columns\"\n  >\n    <div class=\"wprm-layout-column wprm-align-center\">\n      <div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-rounded\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/gesunde-Bananenbrot-Rezept-Selber-Machen-ganz-einfach-1-of-1-2.jpg\" aria-label=\"Open larger version of the recipe image\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 0px;border-style: solid;border-color: #666666;border-radius: 20px;width: 300px;max-width: 100%;height: 300px;object-fit: cover;\" width=\"300\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/gesunde-Bananenbrot-Rezept-Selber-Machen-ganz-einfach-1-of-1-2.jpg\" class=\"attachment-300x999999 size-300x999999\" alt=\"Leichtes Bananenbrot Rezept ohne extra Fett und Zucker. 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Naturally sweet, high in protein, low in fat, and ideal for kids, meal prep, or a nourishing snack. <\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>I\u2019d love your feedback \u2013 just click on the stars to rate this recipe! <\/strong>\u2b50<\/span><\/div>\n      <div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\"><\/div>\n      <div class=\"wprm-layout-container\">\n        <a href=\"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/en\/wprm_print\/healthy-banana-bread-no-added-sugar-or-fat-protein-rich\" style=\"color: var(--wprm-layout-column-text-color);background-color: var(--emery-accent-color);border-color: var(--emery-accent-color);border-radius: 50px;padding: 6px 20px;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-print wprm-recipe-link wprm-print-recipe-shortcode wprm-block-text-semi-bold wprm-recipe-print-inline-button wprm-recipe-link-inline-button wprm-color-accent\" data-recipe-id=\"102495\" data-template=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\">Print Recipe<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/bookmarklet\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fellerepublic.de%2Fen%2Fhealthy-banana-bread%2F&amp;media=https%3A%2F%2Fellerepublic.de%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F08%2Fgesunde-Bananenbrot-Rezept-Selber-Machen-ganz-einfach-1-of-1-2.jpg&amp;description=A+healthy+homemade+banana+bread+recipe+made+with+whole+grain+flour%2C+cottage+cheese%2C+oats%2C+and+ripe+bananas.+Naturally+sweet%2C+high+in+protein%2C+low+in+fat%2C+and+ideal+for+kids%2C+meal+prep%2C+or+a+nourishing+snack.+I%E2%80%99d+love+your+feedback+%E2%80%93+just+click+on+the+stars+to+rate+this+recipe%21+%E2%AD%90&amp;is_video=false\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" data-recipe=\"102495\" data-url=\"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/en\/healthy-banana-bread\/\" data-media=\"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/gesunde-Bananenbrot-Rezept-Selber-Machen-ganz-einfach-1-of-1-2.jpg\" data-description=\"A healthy homemade banana bread recipe made with whole grain flour, cottage cheese, oats, and ripe bananas. 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I\u2019d love your feedback \u2013 just click on the stars to rate this recipe! \u2b50\" data-repin=\"\" role=\"button\" style=\"color: var(--wprm-layout-column-text-color);;background-color: var(--emery-accent-color);border-color: var(--emery-accent-color);border-radius: 50px;padding: 6px 20px;\" class=\"wprm-recipe-pin wprm-recipe-link wprm-block-text-semi-bold wprm-recipe-pin-inline-button wprm-recipe-link-inline-button wprm-color-accent\">Pin Recipe<\/a> \n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"wprm-layout-container emery-header-meta\">\n    <div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\"><\/div> <div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-table wprm-block-text-semi-bold wprm-recipe-table-borders-top-bottom wprm-recipe-table-borders-empty\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: var(--emery-accent-color);\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-semi-bold wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: var(--emery-accent-color);\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-semi-bold\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">10<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-semi-bold wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: var(--emery-accent-color);\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-semi-bold\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">55<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-table wprm-block-text-semi-bold wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"border-width: 1px;border-style: solid;border-color: var(--emery-accent-color);\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-semi-bold\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">1<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> hour<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hr<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">5<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div> <div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 20px;\"><\/div>\n    <div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-custom-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-pills wprm-block-text-smaller\" style=\"justify-content: center;--pill-background-color: var(--emery-main-background-color);--pill-text-color: var(--wprm-layout-column-text-color);--pill-border-radius: 0px;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container-pill\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-pills wprm-block-text-smaller wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-light wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-102495 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-disabled wprm-block-text-smaller\" data-recipe=\"102495\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">12<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-smaller\">slices<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container-pill\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-pills wprm-block-text-smaller wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-course-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-light wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-smaller\">Baking, Breakfast, Snack<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container-pill\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-pills wprm-block-text-smaller wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-cuisine-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-light wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-cuisine-label\">Cuisine: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-cuisine wprm-block-text-smaller\">American, Classic<\/span><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container-pill\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-pills wprm-block-text-smaller wprm-recipe-nutrition-container wprm-recipe-calories-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-light wprm-recipe-nutrition-label wprm-recipe-calories-label\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-nutrition wprm-recipe-calories wprm-block-text-smaller\">165<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div\n  class=\"wprm-layout-container wprm-padding-40 emery-main\"\n  style=\"\n    --wprm-layout-container-background-color: var(\n      --emery-main-background-color\n    );\n  \"\n>\n  <div\n    class=\"wprm-layout-column-container wprm-column-gap-40 wprm-column-rows-recipe-900 emery-main-columns\"\n  >\n    <div class=\"wprm-layout-column wprm-column-width-50 emery-main-left\">\n      <div id=\"recipe-102495-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-102495-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"102495\" data-servings=\"12\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-spacer wprm-header-has-actions wprm-header-has-actions\" style=\"\">Ingredients<div class=\"wprm-decoration-spacer\"><\/div>&nbsp;&nbsp;<div class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings-container wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings-102495-container wprm-toggle-container wprm-toggle-buttons-container wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"--wprm-toggle-button-radius: 5px;\"><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle wprm-toggle-active\" data-multiplier=\"1\" data-servings=\"12\" data-recipe=\"102495\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 1x\">1x<\/button><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle\" data-multiplier=\"2\" data-servings=\"12\" data-recipe=\"102495\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 2x\">2x<\/button><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle\" data-multiplier=\"3\" data-servings=\"12\" data-recipe=\"102495\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 3x\">3x<\/button><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle\" data-multiplier=\"?\" data-servings=\"12\" data-recipe=\"102495\" aria-label=\"Change servings to...\">?<\/button><\/div><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 15px;\"><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"color: var(--wprm-layout-column-text-color);\">Wet Ingredients:<\/div><div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 8px;\"><\/div><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: circle;border-bottom: 1px solid var(--emery-list-border-color);padding-bottom: 5px;margin-bottom: 5px;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">large eggs<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: circle;border-bottom: 1px solid var(--emery-list-border-color);padding-bottom: 5px;margin-bottom: 5px;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">200<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">g<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">cottage cheese<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: circle;border-bottom: 1px solid var(--emery-list-border-color);padding-bottom: 5px;margin-bottom: 5px;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">pure maple syrup<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: circle;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">ripe bananas,<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">mashed (about 400 g)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"color: var(--wprm-layout-column-text-color);\">Dry Ingredients:<\/div><div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 8px;\"><\/div><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: circle;border-bottom: 1px solid var(--emery-list-border-color);padding-bottom: 5px;margin-bottom: 5px;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">200<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">g<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">white spelt flour<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(alternatively all-purpose flour)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: circle;border-bottom: 1px solid var(--emery-list-border-color);padding-bottom: 5px;margin-bottom: 5px;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">100<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">g<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">whole spelt flour<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(alternatively whole wheat flour)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: circle;border-bottom: 1px solid var(--emery-list-border-color);padding-bottom: 5px;margin-bottom: 5px;\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">100<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">g<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">fine-cut oats \/ quick oats<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(1 cup)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: circle;border-bottom: 1px solid var(--emery-list-border-color);padding-bottom: 5px;margin-bottom: 5px;\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">baking powder<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(phosphate-free)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: circle;border-bottom: 1px solid var(--emery-list-border-color);padding-bottom: 5px;margin-bottom: 5px;\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">baking soda<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: circle;border-bottom: 1px solid var(--emery-list-border-color);padding-bottom: 5px;margin-bottom: 5px;\" data-uid=\"11\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">cinnamon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(Ceylon)<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: circle;border-bottom: 1px solid var(--emery-list-border-color);padding-bottom: 5px;margin-bottom: 5px;\" data-uid=\"12\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">Pinch<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">of sea salt<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: circle;\" data-uid=\"13\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">50<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">g<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">chopped walnuts<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">(about \u00bd cup, optional)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\" style=\"color: var(--wprm-layout-column-text-color);\">Optional Garnish:<\/div><div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 8px;\"><\/div><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: circle;\" data-uid=\"15\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Sliced banana<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div> \n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"wprm-layout-column wprm-column-width-50 emery-main-right\">\n      <div id=\"recipe-102495-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-102495-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"102495\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-spacer wprm-header-has-actions\" style=\"\">Instructions<div class=\"wprm-decoration-spacer\"><\/div>&nbsp;<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 15px;\"><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ol class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-102495-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\" value=\"1\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\">Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F \/ 180\u00b0C (160\u00b0C fan-assisted). Grease a loaf pan (25 x 11 cm) and line the base and two long sides with parchment paper, allowing a little overhang for easy removal.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-102495-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\" value=\"2\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\">In a large mixing bowl, use a hand mixer or immersion blender to blend the wet ingredients (eggs, cottage cheese, maple syrup, and bananas) until smooth and well combined.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-102495-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\" value=\"3\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\">In a separate bowl, whisk together all the dry ingredients (flour, oats, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt).<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-102495-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\" value=\"4\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\">Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to over mix. If using, fold in the chopped walnuts.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-102495-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\" value=\"5\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\">Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. For a pretty finish, place a sliced banana cut lengthwise on top, cut side up.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-102495-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\" value=\"6\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\">Bake for 50 to 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-102495-step-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\" value=\"7\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 5 to 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing (or go ahead and enjoy when it&#39;s still a little warm!).<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ol><\/div><\/div>\n      <div id=\"recipe-102495-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Nutrition<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 15px;\"><\/div><div class=\"wprm-internal-container wprm-internal-container-nutrition wprm-expandable-container wprm-expandable-expanded\" style=\"\"><div class=\"wprm-internal-container-toggle\"><a role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"false\" class=\"wprm-expandable-button wprm-expandable-button-show\" aria-label=\"Show Section\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-collapsible-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\"><g class=\"nc-icon-wrapper\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#333333\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"3.5,9.5 8,5 12.5,9.5 \"><\/polyline><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <\/a><a role=\"button\" aria-expanded=\"true\" class=\"wprm-expandable-button wprm-expandable-button-hide\" aria-label=\"Hide Section\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-collapsible-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\"><g class=\"nc-icon-wrapper\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#333333\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"><polyline points=\"3.5,6.5 8,11 12.5,6.5 \"><\/polyline><\/g><\/svg><\/span> <\/a><\/div><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-grouped wprm-block-text-normal wprm-nutrition-label-container-grouped-text\" style=\"text-align: left;column-gap: 20px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"style=\"flex-basis: 200px;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #333333\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: var(--emery-accent-color)\">165<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: var(--emery-accent-color)\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-empty\" style=\"flex-basis: 200px\"><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n      <div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div> <div id=\"recipe-102495-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-normal wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Notes<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 15px;\"><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><ul>\n<li><strong>Flour Tip:<\/strong> Use 200 g white spelt flour and 100 g whole spelt flour for a perfect balance of softness and nutrition. Alternatively, substitute with 300 g <strong>all-purpose flour<\/strong> (<strong>total of 2 1\/4 cups<\/strong>).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Storage Tips:<\/strong> This banana bread stays beautifully moist for about 3 to 4 days. After that, it may start to dry out a little. Once fully cooled, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or store it in an airtight container to keep it fresh. And if you\u2019d like to keep it longer, it freezes brilliantly. I like to slice it first, then freeze the pieces individually so I can pop one straight into the toaster whenever I fancy a warm, comforting treat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<span class=\"p1\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"s1\">For a relaxing atmosphere in the kitchen I recommend my personal Elle Republic: <a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/playlist\/7mYaXVomXeq6dkHJy1bYi1?si=5476100a6c394812\"><span class=\"s2\">Chilled Out Kitchen Tunes Playlist<\/span><\/a>\u00a0on Spotify.<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n      <div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 16px;\"><\/div> <div class=\"wprm-call-to-action wprm-call-to-action-simple\" style=\"color: #ffffff;background-color: var(--emery-accent-color);margin: 0px;padding-top: 30px;padding-bottom: 30px;border-radius: 12px;\"><span class=\"wprm-call-to-action-text-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-call-to-action-header\" style=\"color: #ffffff;\">Tried this recipe?<\/h3><span class=\"wprm-call-to-action-text\"><a href=\"#comment\" target=\"_self\" style=\"color: #ffffff\" >Let us know<\/a> how it was!<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-call-to-action-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\"><g class=\"nc-icon-wrapper\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"#ffffff\" stroke=\"#ffffff\"><path fill=\"none\" stroke=\"#ffffff\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" d=\"M11.5,0.5 C9.982,0.5,8.678,1.355,8,2.601C7.322,1.355,6.018,0.5,4.5,0.5c-2.209,0-4,1.791-4,4c0,4,7.5,11,7.5,11s7.5-7,7.5-11 C15.5,2.291,13.709,0.5,11.5,0.5z\" data-cap=\"butt\"\/> <\/g><\/svg><\/span> <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"44\" height=\"44\" src=\"https:\/\/ellerepublic.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/Instagram-2.png\" alt=\"\">Did you try this Healthy Banana Bread recipe?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Then tag&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/ellerepublic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">@ellerepublic<\/a>&nbsp;on Instagram and hashtag it&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/explore\/tags\/ellerepublic\/?hl=de\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">#ellerepublic<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How did you like it?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Please let me know how this recipe for Homemade Healthy Banana Bread (No Added Sugar or Fat) turned out for you! 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