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Banana Bread

Banana Bread

  • Author: Eric
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (about 8 slices) 1x
  • Diet: Plant-Based

Description

This Easy Banana Bread recipe offers a moist, naturally sweet loaf made with ripe bananas and plant-based ingredients. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, it features simple pantry staples, warm spices, and optional nuts for a flexible and flavorful treat that stays fresh longer.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon natural gelling agent

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (natural)
  • 1/2 cup plant-based milk
  • 1/3 cup melted plant-based butter
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon natural vanilla extract (natural)

Optional Add-ins

  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your loaf pan. Mash your ripe bananas in a bowl until smooth but slightly chunky for texture.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and natural gelling agent to ensure even rising and a soft crumb.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: Whisk the plant-based milk, brown sugar (natural), melted plant-based butter, apple cider vinegar, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, and natural vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Bring It All Together: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Then gently stir in the mashed bananas and optional chopped walnuts, avoiding overmixing to keep the bread tender.
  5. Bake Your Banana Bread: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool and Enjoy: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • Use ripe bananas; the browner, the better for natural sweetness and moisture.
  • Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense or tough texture.
  • Ensure all wet ingredients are at room temperature for smooth blending.
  • Use an oven thermometer to maintain correct baking temperature for even cooking.
  • Let the bread cool fully before slicing to set the crumb.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: banana bread, plant-based, vegan banana bread, easy banana bread, moist banana bread, dairy-free, vegetarian, quick bread

Find it online: https://smartmealsguide.com/banana-bread/