Healthy Banana Applesauce Bread

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

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. It’s okay to have small chunks for texture.

Add the applesauce, honey (or maple syrup), egg, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix well until combined.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing.

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.

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

Once baked, remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.