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Healthy Vegan Banana Bread

This vegan and gluten-free banana bread is moist, delicious, and combines wholesome ingredients with rich flavors, making it perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas (≈ 1 ½ cups mashed banana)
  • ⅓ cup coconut sugar (≈ 67 g)
  • ¼ cup maple syrup (≈ 60 ml)
  • ¼ cup non-dairy milk (≈ 60 ml)
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract (≈ 10 ml)
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar (≈ 5 ml)
  • 3 tbsp coconut oil (melted) (≈ 45 ml)
Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups oat flour (≈ 200 g)
  • 1 tsp baking powder (≈ 5 g)
  • 1 tsp baking soda (≈ 5 g)
  • 2 tsp cinnamon (≈ 5 g)
  • ½ tsp nutmeg (≈ 2 g)
  • ½ tsp salt (≈ 3 g)
  • ⅓ cup vegan chocolate chips (≈ 60 g) plus more for topping
  • ¼ cup walnuts (chopped) (≈ 30 g)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×5 inch (23 × 13 cm) loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed banana, coconut sugar, maple syrup, non-dairy milk, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar until combined.
  3. Gradually mix in the oat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and vegan chocolate chips until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  4. Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and top with additional vegan chocolate chips and chopped walnuts, if desired.
Baking
  1. Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Remove the bread from the oven and let it sit in the pan for 15 minutes.
  3. Carefully transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. This step is crucial for the perfect texture!
  4. Once cool, slice and serve.

Notes

Enjoy warm or at room temperature. A spread of almond butter or a dollop of coconut yogurt pairs beautifully with the moistness of the bread. For an indulgent treat, serve slices with a drizzle of maple syrup or a sprinkle of extra chocolate chips. This banana bread is also excellent for breakfast alongside your favorite non-dairy coffee or tea. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or refrigerate for longer shelf life.