Banana bread is a beloved classic, cherished for its moist texture and delightful flavor. This vegan banana bread recipe is not only simple to prepare but also uses wholesome ingredients that everyone can enjoy. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, this recipe serves four and can be easily doubled for larger gatherings. Let’s dive into the details!
Vegan Banana Bread
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Cook Time:
50 minutes
Additional Time:
10 minutes
Total Time:
1 hour 15 minutes
Ingredients
- To make this delicious vegan banana bread, gather the following ingredients:
- 3 large ripe bananas (about 1 ½ cups or 300 grams, mashed)
- 2 cups (250 grams) all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour blend
- 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup (110 grams) brown sugar
- 1/4 cup (60 mL) dairy-free milk (such as almond, oat, or coconut milk)
- 1/3 cup (76 grams) melted vegan butter or neutral oil (like coconut oil or olive oil)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
- Optional add-ins: 1 cup (170 grams) vegan chocolate chips or nuts (like walnuts or pecans)
- Grocery List
- When shopping for your vegan banana bread, make sure to include:
- Ripe bananas
- All-purpose flour (or gluten-free alternative)
- Granulated sugar
- Brown sugar
- Dairy-free milk
- Vegan butter or neutral oil
- Vanilla extract
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Sea salt
- Ground cinnamon
- Ground nutmeg (optional)
- Optional add-ins: chocolate chips or nuts
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create your vegan banana bread:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8" or 9" loaf pan with coconut oil or line it with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Set aside.
- Mash the Bananas: In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. You can use a fork or a potato masher for this.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, dairy-free milk, melted vegan butter, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix well until combined.
- Mix Dry and Wet Ingredients: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix; a few lumps are okay.
- Add Optional Ingredients: If using chocolate chips or nuts, gently fold them into the batter.
- Pour into Pan: Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan. Optionally, you can top it with sliced bananas or extra chocolate chips.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 65–70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use Overripe Bananas: The riper your bananas are, the sweeter and more flavorful your banana bread will be.
- Don’t Overmix: Stir until just combined to avoid dense bread.
- Storage: Store leftover banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. You can also freeze slices for longer storage.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 1044Total Fat: 33gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 1602mgCarbohydrates: 170gFiber: 11gSugar: 45gProtein: 23g
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