Lucies Honey-Sweetened Banana Bread Recipe

Name: Lucies Honey-Sweetened Banana Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup unbleached white flour; 1 cup whole wheat flour; 1/4 cup raw wheat germ; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. baking soda; 8 Tbs. (1 stick) unsalted butter; 3/4 cup golden honey; 2 large eggs, beaten; 1 tsp. vanilla extract; 1 cup mashed very ripe bananas; 1/2 cup chopped nuts, such as walnuts; 1/2 cup chopped dates or apricots

Servings: persons

1 cup unbleached white flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/4 cup raw wheat germ
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
8 Tbs. (1 stick) unsalted butter
3/4 cup golden honey
2 large eggs, beaten
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 cup mashed very ripe bananas
1/2 cup chopped nuts, such as walnuts
1/2 cup chopped dates or apricots

1
Preheat oven to 325F.
2
Butter and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
3
Combine flours, wheat germ, salt and baking soda in mixing bowl; set aside.
4
Melt butter in saucepan, and add honey; remove from heat, and mix well.
5
Add eggs, vanilla and bananas to honey mixture, stirring until well mixed.
6
Stir in dry ingredients, nuts and fruit.
7
Pour into loaf pan.
8
Bake 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until golden and toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
9
Cool on rack.
10
Wrap well and store 1 day before slicing.

2006

kcal

Calories

177

Fat

100

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup unbleached white flour, 1 cup whole wheat flour, 1/4 cup raw wheat germ, 1/2 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, Lucies Honey-Sweetened Banana Bread falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lucies Honey-Sweetened Banana Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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