Vegan Banana Bread Recipe: A Wholesome Delight
Welcome to our kitchen, where we craft delightful vegan treats that satisfy both the palate and conscience. Today, we embark on a journey to create a tantalizing Vegan Banana Bread, a symphony of flavors and textures bound together by compassion and creativity.
Ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted coconut oil or olive oil
- 1/2 cup maple syrup or agave nectar
- 1/4 cup plant-based milk (such as almond or soy milk)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1 3/4 cups whole wheat flour or all-purpose flour
- Optional: 1/2 cup mix-ins such as chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruit
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas with the melted coconut oil or olive oil.
- Stir in the maple syrup or agave nectar, plant-based milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and stir until evenly distributed.
- Gradually add the flour to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- If using mix-ins, gently fold them into the batter until evenly distributed.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the banana bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve your Vegan Banana Bread as desired. Enjoy the wholesome goodness!
Useful Information:
- Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 12 servings)
- Calories: 200
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 150mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 33g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 15g
- Protein: 3g
- Smart WW Points: (per serving)
- Blue Plan: 7 SP
- Green Plan: 7 SP
- Purple Plan: 7 SP
Indulge in this Vegan Banana Bread guilt-free, knowing that it not only nourishes your body but also supports a kinder, more sustainable world. Whether enjoyed as a breakfast treat, afternoon snack, or dessert, this recipe is sure to become a cherished favorite in your plant-based culinary repertoire.