How to Make Low-fat Banana Bread

Banana bread is one of my favorite desserts. It's not too sweet and it doesn't have to be too fattening either.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose unbleached flour
• 1/4 cup of rye flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon of salt
• 1/2 teaspoon of powdered ginger
• 1 teaspoon of lemon juice
• 1/3 cup of evaporated skim milk
• 3 tablespoons of frozen orange juice concentrate
• 1 cup (2 bananas) of ripe bananas mashed
• 2 egg yolks
• 1/3 margarine
• A few sprinkles of cinnamon
• 2 mixing bowls
• 9x5 loaf pan
• Nonstick cooking spray

1. Coat the botton of the loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray.

2. Combine the all-purpose flour and rye flour with baking powder, baking soda, salt and ginger in a mixing bowl.

3. In a separate small bowl, mash the bananas and mix with the lemon juice. Set aside.

4. Combine the orange juice, margarine, egg yolk and milk in a large bowl.

5. Add in the mashed bananas and other dry ingredients to the large bowl in Step 4.

6. Add mixture to the loaf pan and place in the oven.

7. Bake at 350 degrees for about 1 hour.

8. When it is done, top it off with a few dashes of cinnamon.

Tips & Warnings

• For extra flavor, add 1/2 cup of pecans or chopped walnuts
• Pay special attention to your measurements. Don't put too much of anything or you can come out with a flat banana cake instead banana bread!