Healthy Banana Bread

By Michelle Quintana, BA Kinesiology
 
Don't let the title fool you. This version of the traditional banana bread is full of flavour, fiber, and is low in fat and sugars.  Great for a post exercise snack.
 
In a large bowl combine:
2c whole spelt flour (or whole wheat or barley - or try a mix of flours)
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp baking powder
 
In a seperate bowl combine:
3 lg ripe bananas (approx. 1-1/2c) - mashed
2 eggs
1/3c of honey, unsweetened fruit juice concentrate, agave syrup, or maple syrup
1/2c milk (dairy free: almond milk or soy)
zest of a lemon or orange (optional)
2 tsp vanilla or 1 tbsp dark rum
 
Mix wet and dry ingredients together until well blended.
 
Optional ingredients:
1/2c chopped walnuts, almonds, pecans
1/3c-1/2c dark chocolate chips
1/2c chopped dates
 

1. Pour into a greased and dusted loaf pan or muffin tins
2. Bake at 350 for approximately 50 minutes or until toothpick inserted into center comes out clean
3. Let cool for 10 minutes and remove from pan or tins and place on wire rack to cool