SafePlates

Ingredients

• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/3 cup melted coconut oil
• 1/2 cup maple syrup or agave nectar
• 1/4 cup plant-based milk (such as almond or oat milk)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
• Optional: 1/2 cup vegan chocolate chips or 1/2 cup fresh blueberries

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the mashed bananas, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, plant-based milk, and vanilla extract.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the unbleached all-purpose flour, salt, baking soda, and cinnamon.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Fold in the nuts if using, and consider adding vegan chocolate chips or blueberries for a different flavor.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.