How to Make the Perfect Vegan Banana Bread
American · Easy · 75 min · 10 servings
A moist and tender banana bread made without eggs or dairy that is packed with sweet ripe banana flavor. It bakes up golden on the outside and soft on the inside.
Why this recipe works
This Vegan Banana Bread recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 75 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 210 calories with 4g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 9 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 3 large very ripe bananas mashed
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
- 6 tbsp water
- 1.5 cups all purpose flour
- 0.5 cup coconut sugar
- 0.33 cup melted coconut oil
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp sea salt
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Prepare Flax Eggs and Preheat
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan. Mix the ground flaxseed with the water in a small bowl and set aside for 10 minutes until it becomes thick and gel like.
Step 2: Mash Bananas and Mix Wet Ingredients
In a large bowl mash the ripe bananas thoroughly with a fork until almost no large chunks remain. Add the melted coconut oil, coconut sugar, and thickened flax egg to the bowl and stir everything together well.
Step 3: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl whisk together the all purpose flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and sea salt until evenly combined. This ensures the leavening is distributed evenly throughout the batter.
Step 4: Combine and Pour
Fold the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture using a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix the batter as this will make the bread tough. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Step 5: Bake and Cool
Bake in the preheated oven for 55 to 65 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- ground flaxseed → chia seeds mixed with water in the same ratio
- coconut oil → vegan butter or neutral vegetable oil
- all purpose flour → whole wheat flour for a denser more nutritious loaf
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Using under ripe bananas which do not provide enough sweetness or moisture to the bread
- Overmixing the batter after adding flour which develops too much gluten and makes the bread dense and tough
- Cutting into the bread while it is still hot which causes it to fall apart and appear underbaked
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 210 calories, 4g protein, 34g carbs, 7g fat, 2g fiber.
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