WW BANANA BREAD

WW BANANA BREAD
Ingredients:

• 2 large ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 cup plain fat-free Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar substitute (e.g., Stevia, Splenda)
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
• Cooking spray or a small amount of light butter or oil for greasing the pan

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare the Pan:
   • Lightly grease a 9×5-inch (23×13 cm) loaf pan with cooking spray, light butter, or oil.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas, unsweetened applesauce, plain Greek yogurt, granulated sugar substitute, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
4. Combine Dry Ingredients:
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, and nutmeg (if using).
5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
   • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix; it’s okay if there are a few lumps.
6. Bake:
   • Pour the banana bread batter into the prepared loaf pan.
7. Bake:
   • Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick or cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Cool:
   • Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Slice and Serve:
   • Once cooled, slice the banana bread and serve.