
Banana Chai Bread Recipe
Banana chai bread creates low-fat banana bread flavored with aromatic chai spices from spicy Indian tea that should be available in many supermarkets for accessible preparation. This fusion creation demonstrates how traditional banana bread can be enhanced with Indian spices for unique flavor combinations that appeal to diverse tastes. The low-fat nature makes this bread suitable for health-conscious baking while the chai flavoring adds complexity and warmth to familiar banana bread. This spicy Indian tea influence creates distinctive taste that sets this bread apart from traditional versions while maintaining comforting banana bread characteristics. The supermarket availability of chai spices makes this innovative bread accessible to home bakers seeking exotic flavors.

A low-fat banana bread flavored with chai. Chai is a spicy Indian tea, which should be available in many supermarkets.
Ingredients
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup white sugar
½ cup lowfat cream cheese
2 eggs
¾ cup mashed bananas
¼ cup brewed chai tea
Directions
In a medium bowl mix together flour, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl mix sugar, cream cheese, and eggs until light and fluffy. Mix mashed bananas and Chai into cream cheese mixture. Add flour mixture and mix until smooth.
Pour mixture into a greased 9×5 inch loaf pan.
Bake in a preheated 350 degree F(175 degrees C) oven for 60 minutes. Cool on rack. Remove from pan after 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
164 | Calories |
3g | Fat |
31g | Carbs |
4g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 12 | |
Calories 164 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 3g | 4% |
Saturated Fat 2g | 8% |
Cholesterol 37mg | 12% |
Sodium 263mg | 11% |
Total Carbohydrate 31g | 11% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 3% |
Total Sugars 14g | |
Protein 4g | 8% |
Vitamin C 1mg | 1% |
Calcium 88mg | 7% |
Iron 1mg | 7% |
Potassium 101mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.