Healthy Vegan Banana Bread

Transform your overripe bananas into a delicious treat with this Healthy Vegan Banana Bread recipe! Packed with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour, ripe bananas, and a hint of maple syrup, this plant-based banana bread is naturally sweetened and free from dairy or eggs, making it perfect for a vegan lifestyle. Moist, flavorful, and lightly spiced with cinnamon, this one-bowl recipe is easy to whip up in just 15 minutes of prep time. Optional add-ins like crunchy walnuts or gooey vegan chocolate chips elevate it to a whole new level of indulgence. Whether you enjoy it for breakfast, a snack, or dessert, this guilt-free banana bread is a satisfying option that will delight vegans and non-vegans alike.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 3 large ripe bananas
• 0.25 cup maple syrup
• 0.5 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup coconut oil (melted)
• 1.75 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
• 0.5 cup vegan chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a standard loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. You should have about 1 and 1/4 cups of mashed bananas.

Step 3

Add the maple syrup, almond milk, vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil to the mashed bananas. Mix well until the ingredients are fully combined.

Step 4

In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, gently folding the mixture with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

If desired, fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans and vegan chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of the loaf comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the banana bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Slice and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1056.7 grams (1056.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2781

Total Fat 137.60g	176%
Saturated Fat 75.90g	380%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2391mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 376.00g	137%
Dietary Fiber 49.80g	178%
Total Sugars 154.40g
Protein 51.40g	103%

Vitamin D 44IU	219%
Calcium 450mg	35%
Iron 16mg	90%
Potassium 3023mg	64%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.0%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 51.0%