Banana Bread is a simple quick bread recipe that is often a gateway to the baking realm. This recipe boosts the basic components by incorporating Ground Flaxseed. Flaxseed is rich in Omega-3 fatty acids that have anti-inflammatory effects. Additionally, the fiber in flax has been found to lower LDL-cholesterol and have a gentle laxative effect. Plus, this recipe is fool-proof and tasty! Enjoy!
[dry]
1 cup AP flour
1/4 cup whole wheat flour
3/4 cup ground flaxseed
2/3 cup sugar
2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
[wet]
2 eggs
1/4 cup skim milk
1/4 cup canola oil
1 cup mashed bananas (3 medium or 2 large ripe bananas)
1/2 tsp vanilla
optional Add-ins: 1/3 cup chopped walnuts and/or 1/3 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
*preheat oven 350F
*Combine dry ingredients
*in separate bowl, mash bananas and mix in wet ingredients
*combine wet and dry ingredients
*fold in optional toppings if using
*spray muffin or mini muffin pan with nonstick spray
*combine wet and dry ingredients
*bake 36 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean
*once cooled, freeze leftover muffins in a glass container. thaw at room temperature or microwave.
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