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Healthy Banana Bread

Irresistibly Moist Healthy Banana Bread Recipe You’ll Love

This Healthy Banana Bread is a vegan and gluten-free delight that's perfect for a guilt-free treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3-4 bananas Ripe Bananas Provides natural sweetness and moisture.
  • 0.5 cups Coconut Sugar Adds a hint of caramel sweetness.
  • 0.25 cups Maple Syrup Enhances sweetness and moisture.
  • 0.33 cups Non-Dairy Milk Opt for almond or soy milk.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth of flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar Reacts with baking soda for leavening.
  • 0.33 cups Coconut Oil Melted before adding.
  • 1.5 cups Oat Flour Makes the bread gluten-free.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Essential for the bread rise.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Soda Works with vinegar for rise.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon Warm spice enhancing flavor.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg Adds warmth and flavor.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
Optional Add-ins
  • 0.5 cups Vegan Chocolate Chips Adds richness and sweetness.
  • 0.5 cups Walnuts Provides texture and crunch.

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x5 inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
Mix Wet Ingredients
  1. Mash 3-4 ripe bananas in a bowl, then whisk in coconut sugar, maple syrup, non-dairy milk, and melted coconut oil.
  2. Add vanilla extract and apple cider vinegar, stirring until well combined.
Combine Dry Ingredients
  1. Gradually mix in oat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until just combined.
Add Optional Ingredients
  1. Fold in vegan chocolate chips and walnuts if desired.
Bake
  1. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 60-65 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool and Serve
  1. Let the bread cool for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Slice and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Using very ripe bananas will yield the best flavor. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread light and fluffy. Cool completely before slicing to maintain texture.

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