Sometimes you want something that tastes like a banana bread but isn’t too sweet or rich. Whole-wheat flour and almond butter give this loaf a hearty texture with a subtle nutty flavor; it’s a great way to use up overripe bananas, too.
This bread is a bit more dense than a traditional banana bread, thanks to the use of whole-wheat flour. But the almond butter adds a richness that keeps it from being dry. And because the bread is not overly sweet, it’s perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack.
In the early 1900s, housewives across America were looking for ways to use up their overripe bananas. They began experimenting with different recipes, and one of the most popular was banana bread. By the 1930s, banana bread had become a staple in American kitchens.
Over the years, many different variations on banana bread have been developed. Some recipes call for nuts, while others use chocolate chips or raisins. But one of the most popular variations is almond butter banana bread.
Almond butter banana bread is made with whole-wheat flour and almond butter, which gives it a hearty texture and a subtle nutty flavor. It’s a delicious and healthy way to use up overripe bananas.
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 50 | Serves: 8
Ingredients
1 3/4 cup (218g) whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon (5g) baking soda
1/2 teaspoon (2g) baking powder
1/4 teaspoon (1g) salt
1/2 cup (120g) unsweetened almond butter
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
1/4 cup (60ml) almond milk
2 ripe bananas, mashed
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate large bowl, whisk together the almond butter, sugar, almond milk, and bananas until well combined.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
Pour the batter into a greased 9x5 inch loaf pan.
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve.
Why It Works
The combination of whole-wheat flour and almond butter gives the bread a hearty texture and a subtle nutty flavor.
The bread is not overly sweet, making it perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack.
The bread is easy to make and can be made with ingredients that you probably already have on hand.