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Vegan Banana Bread

This moist and flavorful vegan banana bread is the perfect treat for breakfast or a snack, using overripe bananas and customizable ingredients like nuts or chocolate chips.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 3 medium mashed bananas Should be overripe for best flavor.
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil Adds richness and moisture.
  • 1/2 cup cane sugar Natural sweetener.
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon Provides aromatic flavor.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Enhances overall flavor.
  • 1/2 cup plant milk Keeps it dairy-free.
Dry Ingredients
  • 1 tsp salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 tsp baking powder Helps the bread rise.
  • 1 tsp baking soda Works with acidic components.
  • 1 1/2 cups white flour Light texture.
  • 1/2 cup whole wheat flour Adds nutrition.
Optional Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts Provides crunch.
  • 1/2 cup vegan chocolate chips Adds sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup dried fruit For additional sweetness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Butter and flour a loaf pan or use vegan butter.
  3. In a large bowl, mash the bananas thoroughly.
Cooking
  1. Add oil or applesauce, cane sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and plant milk to the bananas and whisk together.
  2. Add salt, baking powder, and baking soda, stirring lightly to combine.
  3. Gently fold in both flours until no flour is visible.
  4. If desired, gently incorporate walnuts or chocolate chips.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan, topping with extra walnuts or chocolate chips and a sprinkle of sugar and cinnamon if desired.
  6. Bake for 45 minutes or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
Serving
  1. Let cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  2. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

For the best flavor, use truly overripe bananas. Measure the flour correctly to avoid dense bread. Avoid overmixing the batter.