Description
Banana bread is a classic comfort food, and this vegan version is just as moist, fluffy, and flavorful as the traditional recipe. Made without eggs or dairy, it’s packed with natural sweetness from ripe bananas and a touch of maple syrup. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert!
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients:
2 cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour for a heartier texture)
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients:
3 ripe bananas, mashed
1/2 cup maple syrup (or agave syrup)
1/3 cup melted coconut oil (or any neutral oil)
1/4 cup unsweetened plant-based milk (almond, soy, or oat milk)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Optional Add-ins:
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
1/2 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
1/4 cup shredded coconut
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
Mix the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
Prepare the wet ingredients: In another bowl, mash the bananas and mix in the maple syrup, melted coconut oil, plant-based milk, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar.
Combine wet and dry ingredients: Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir until just combined—do not overmix.
Add mix-ins: If using, fold in the nuts, chocolate chips, or coconut.
Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool and serve: Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Freezing: Slice and freeze individual portions for a quick grab-and-go snack.
Substitutions: Swap coconut oil with applesauce for a lower-fat version.
Make it gluten-free: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50–60 minutes
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g