Easy Vegan Banana Bread
Banana bread couldn’t be more simple…or flavourful. This loaf comes together in one bowl and is brimming with a delicate spice blend to compliment the banana and pumpkin that keeps this loaf moist and fluffy. If you require this to be nut-free, please double check all ingredients for any allergens.
Equipment
Ingredients
Base
- 2 tbsp flax seeds ground
- 5 tbsp water
- 2 bananas very ripe and spotted
- 1 ¾ cups spelt flour
- ⅓ cup vegan milk of choice (I prefer soy or cashew milk)
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- ¾ cup canned pumpkin
- ½ cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp ginger
- ⅛ tsp ground cloves (optional, but recommended)
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
Optional Add-Ins
- Vegan chocolate chips
- Chopped Nuts (obviously omit if you are making this nut free!)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Then, simply add the flax and water to a large mixing bowl and let sit for a couple minutes to thicken. Then add the banana and mash it smooth. Add the remaining ingredients and mix gently, just to combine. If adding any optional add-ins, add them now and gently stir in.
- Line a standard 9”x5” non stick loaf pan with parchment paper and bake for 50 minutes, checking to ensure it isn’t overdone. The loaf is complete when a toothpick stuck in the middle comes out clean.
- Remove from oven, let sit for 10 minutes and then slice and serve. Enjoy!
Notes
Nut Free Always double check your ingredients for any allergens or cross contamination, should nut-free be a requirement.
Picky Eaters Kids often are adverse to complex flavours. While our taste tests haven’t shown hesitation with the clove in this recipe, if your child is very particular it may be worthwhile to omit.
Storage Store in fridge and consume within 3 days. This loaf also freezes well for up to 30 days, making it an easy addition for a quick office bite or school snacks. Simply let the loaf cool, slice and put in a freezer safe bag with parchment paper between the slices.
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