Healthy No-Sugar Banana Bread

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth, making sure to eliminate any large chunks.

Add the eggs, unsweetened applesauce, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix until well combined.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using).

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans for added texture and flavor.

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.

Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Once baked, remove from the oven and let the banana bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.