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Quinoa Banana Bread

Delicious Quinoa Banana Bread for a Healthier Slice

A nutritious twist on classic banana bread using quinoa for added protein and flavor. Perfect for breakfast or a snack!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 mini loaves
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 overripe bananas mashed
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa cooled
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour spooned into the cup
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup melted butter or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder ensure it's fresh
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Optional Mix-Ins
  • 1/2 cup nuts (walnuts or pecans)
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup dried fruit like raisins or cranberries

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • measuring cups
  • baking spray
  • mini loaf pans

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Whisk together thoroughly.
  3. In a larger bowl, whisk together the eggs, brown sugar, and melted butter until smooth. Mash the overripe bananas and add them to the mixture.
  4. Gently fold in the mashed bananas into the wet mixture.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet banana mixture, folding carefully until just combined.
  6. Fold in the cooled, cooked quinoa evenly throughout the batter.
  7. Lightly spray four mini loaf pans with baking spray or grease them with butter.
  8. Evenly divide the batter among the prepared mini loaf pans, filling each pan about 2/3 full.
  9. Bake for 45-50 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  10. Cool the mini loaves in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mini loafCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Use only well-ripened bananas for maximum moisture. Store with a paper towel in the container to keep it fresh longer.

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