Extra bananas? Try this Banana Pancakes recipe or — my favorite — Banana Nut Bread! Banana bread is probably the recipe we make more than any other, and this Healthy Banana Bread is our favorite (although we often jazz it up and make this Chocolate Chip Banana Bread). It is such a great, mostly healthy snack or breakfast, and between the five of us we can polish off a loaf in record time. Some Blueberry Banana Bread recipes are made with butter, all purpose flour and quite a bit more sugar, but I like to make this as healthy as I can while still having incredible flavor. I believe in eating the foods we enjoy, but I also believe in making those recipes as nutritious and nourishing as we can to fuel our bodies (of course, I also believe that our favorite comfort foods like The BEST Cinnamon Buns and Absolutely the Best Brownies Ever are an important part of our diet, too 😉 ). For this recipe, I’ve included as many variations as I could down below, to guide you through the recipe if you need to make any swaps. Love blueberries? Find more blueberry recipes here.
How to make this Blueberry Banana Bread recipe:
Variations on Blueberry Banana Bread:
You can swap the applesauce or yogurt with oil or sour cream if you need to You can use all whole wheat flour, all all purpose flour, or a combination, without changing the rest of the recipe You can swap the blueberries for any other berry — chopped strawberries, raspberries (stir gently as they tend to fall apart), blackberries (chopped if large), or a combination. You can use fresh or frozen blueberries, but keep in mind that frozen blueberries may stain the batter purple, and may require a longer bake time as it slows down the cooking process slightly as they warm and thaw.
How to store Banana Bread:
If you have any of this Blueberry Banana Bread left to store after the first couple hours of it sitting on the counter, here are a few ways to make it last!
At room temperature:
This Blueberry Banana Bread can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for a couple of days. I don’t like to leave it longer than that, as the extra moisture from the berries can cause it to spoil more quickly.
In the refrigerator:
If you want to store this banana bread more than a couple days, but you want easy access to it, you can store it in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. If you are going to be storing that long, be sure to refrigerate within the first day to preserve freshness.
How to freeze Banana Bread:
When I’m baking banana bread, I often double the batch and freeze one for later! They are perfect for pulling out of the freezer for quick snacks or breakfasts when you’re short on time. Wrap tightly or place in an air tight container, then freeze for up to 3 months.
More banana recipes you’ll love!
Banana Chocolate Chip Baked Oatmeal Cups Strawberry Banana Smoothie Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins (healthier!) Banana Oatmeal Muffins Recipe
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