Vegan Banana Bread

 

Ingredients

• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/3 cup melted coconut oil
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat and Prepare
   • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
   • Line a 9x5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper
2. Mix Wet Ingredients
   • In a large bowl, mash bananas until smooth
   • Add melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla
   • Whisk until well combined
3. Combine Dry Ingredients
   • In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon
   • Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture
   • Stir until just combined (do not overmix)
   • Fold in walnuts if using
4. Bake
   • Pour batter into prepared loaf pan
   • Bake for 55-60 minutes
   • Test with a toothpick - it should come out clean when inserted
5. Cool and Serve
   • Let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes
   • Remove from pan and cool completely on a wire rack
   • Slice and enjoy!

Notes

• Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness
• Store wrapped at room temperature for 3-4 days
• Can be frozen for up to 3 months

Nutrition (per slice)

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 3g
• Fat: 9g
• Carbohydrates: 34g