{"id":"b150f50f-b10b-4cef-93dd-895ec70a96c1","url":"https://recipestripper.com/recipes/b150f50f-b10b-4cef-93dd-895ec70a96c1","source_url":"https://simple-veganista.com/vegan-banana-tea-bread/","title":"Vegan Banana Bread (Healthy + Easy)","description":"A tried-and-true, classic vegan banana bread! Perfectly moist and delicious, this healthy vegan banana bread recipe makes a terrific snack or a great way to start the day.","servings":8,"servings_text":"8","prep_time":"PT10M","cook_time":"PT50M","total_time":"PT1H","image_url":"https://simple-veganista.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/best-vegan-banana-bread_-225x225.jpg","ingredients":[{"text":"1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour (or spelt, whole wheat, or gluten-free blend, see notes)","item":"all-purpose flour","quantity":1.75,"unit":"cup","preparation":"or spelt, whole wheat, or gluten-free blend, see notes"},{"text":"1/3 cup organic pure cane sugar (or 1/2 cup finely chopped dates)","item":"organic pure cane sugar","quantity":0.3333333333333333,"unit":"cup","preparation":"or 1/2 cup finely chopped dates"},{"text":"1 teaspoon baking powder","item":"baking powder","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"1 teaspoon baking soda","item":"baking soda","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"pinch of mineral salt","item":"mineral salt","unit":"pinch"},{"text":"1/3 cup neutral flavored oil (or coconut oil in liquid state, vegan butter at room temp, or applesauce","item":"neutral flavored oil (or coconut oil in liquid state, vegan butter at room temp, or applesauce","quantity":0.3333333333333333,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1 teaspoon vanilla extract","item":"vanilla extract","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"},{"text":"4 small or 3 large overripe bananas (about 1 1/2 – 1 3/4 cups (338-410g)), mashed","item":"small or 3 large overripe bananas (about 1 1/2 – 1 3/4 cups (338-410g)), mashed","quantity":4},{"text":"1/4 cup (56 ml) almond milk, use only if needed","item":"almond milk, use only if needed","quantity":0.25,"unit":"cup","metric_alternate":{"quantity":56,"unit":"ml"}},{"text":"1/2 – 2/3 cup chopped walnuts","item":"chopped walnuts","quantity":0.5,"quantity_max":0.6666666666666666,"unit":"cup"},{"text":"1/4 – 1/2 cup chocolate chips (mini or regular)","item":"chocolate chips","quantity":0.25,"quantity_max":0.5,"unit":"cup","preparation":"mini or regular"},{"text":"1 teaspoon cinnamon","item":"cinnamon","quantity":1,"unit":"tsp"}],"instructions":[{"number":1,"text":"Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease your loaf pan."},{"number":2,"text":"In a medium mixing bowl, mash 3-4 bananas (about 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 cups works well), add oil/applesauce and vanilla extract, and mix again. Add the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and salt, and mix well, but don’t overmix- just enough until the flour is combined. Batter will be slightly thick, and a few lumps are ok. If the mixture seems too thick, add milk, especially if using heavier flours such as whole wheat or whole spelt (you’re more inclined to need it)."},{"number":3,"text":"Pour batter into a greased loaf pan. Bake for about 50 min – 1 hour. Ovens vary; mine usually takes 50 minutes. You can also do the toothpick test in the center of the loaf; if it comes out clean, it’s ready. Remove from oven and let cool for 10 min before slicing."},{"number":4,"text":"In a medium/large bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside. In a medium bowl, mash bananas. Add the oil, vanilla, and bananas to the dry ingredients and mix until combined; do not overmix. If the mixture seems too thick, add the almond milk (especially if using heavier flours such as whole wheat or whole spelt, you’re more inclined to need it)."},{"number":5,"text":"Pour batter into a greased loaf pan. Bake for about 50 min – 1 hour. Check for doneness by poking the center with a toothpick; if it comes out clean, it’s ready. Remove from oven and let cool for 10 min before slicing."},{"number":6,"text":"Keep covered on the counter for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator up to 1 week. Keep in the freezer for up to 2 months. Thaw the wrapped loaves overnight in the refrigerator. Reheat in the microwave or a toaster oven with a door."}],"date_published":"2026-10-29T23:58:26.361493+00:00","date_modified":"2026-10-29T23:58:26.361493+00:00"}