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Blueberry Banana Bread

A delightful twist on classic banana bread, this moist and tender loaf combines sweet bananas with juicy blueberries, making it perfect for breakfast or dessert. Plant-based and easy to make!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Plant-Based, Vegan
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces overripe mashed bananas (about 240g) Ensure they are overripe for sweetness.
  • 1 cup plain and unsweetened almond or oat milk (240ml)
  • 1/4 cup melted vegan butter (60ml)
  • 3/4 cup maple syrup (180ml)
  • 1 tsp baking powder (5g)
  • 1 tsp baking soda (5g)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (5ml)
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (regular or gluten-free) (180g) For gluten-free, substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1 cup almond flour (or an additional 1/2 cup all-purpose flour) (100g)
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries (in season) (150g) Frozen blueberries can be used if out of season.
  • 2 oz vegan cream cheese (60g)
  • 2 tbsp melted vegan butter (30ml) For icing.
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar (90g) For icing.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch (23x13 cm) loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, almond milk, melted vegan butter, and maple syrup. Whisk until the mixture is well combined.
  3. Add the baking powder, baking soda, and vanilla extract to the wet ingredients. Stir until mixed.
  4. Gradually add the all-purpose flour and almond flour, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
  5. Gently fold in the blueberries, being mindful not to mash them.
Baking
  1. Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Spread the vegan cream cheese evenly over the batter, and then pour the remaining batter on top.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely.
Icing
  1. For the optional icing, mix the 2 tbsp melted vegan butter with the powdered sugar and drizzle over the cooled bread.

Notes

Blueberry banana bread is best served fresh but can be enjoyed at room temperature or slightly warmed. Slice it thick and pair it with your favorite plant-based butter or additional vegan cream cheese. For a special touch, top each slice with fresh blueberries or a sprinkle of nuts for added texture. Enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea for a comforting treat any time of the day!