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Healthy Cranberry Pecan Banana Bread

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 8 slices
Calories 210
A wholesome banana bread packed with cranberries and pecans, perfect for a nutritious snack or breakfast.

Ingredients

Dry ingredients

  • 2 cups whole wheat or gluten-free flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt

Wet ingredients

  • ½ tbsp unsalted butter or coconut oil, melted and cooled slightly
  • 2 large egg whites egg whites, room temperature
  • 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
  • ¾ cup mashed banana (about 2 medium)
  • 2 tbsp pure maple syrup
  • 6 tbsp nonfat milk
  • 1 ¼ cups whole cranberries, diced
  • 3 tbsp finely diced pecans, divided

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x5” loaf pan with foil and spray with nonstick spray.
  • Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
  • Whisk melted butter, egg whites, and vanilla; stir in Greek yogurt until smooth.
  • Add mashed banana and maple syrup; alternate adding flour mixture and milk, stirring gently.
  • Fold in cranberries and most pecans; press reserved pecans on top.
  • Bake for 45-55 minutes; cool before removing from pan.

Notes

For extra flavor, toast the pecans before adding.
Calories: 210kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Banana, Cranberry, Healthy