Discover the luxurious flavors of our Decadent Vegan Chocolate Banana Bread! This recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the richness of cocoa to create a moist and flavorful treat. It’s perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert. Plus, it’s all vegan, using no animal products or processed meat alternatives, just wholesome, real food ingredients.

Ingredients

• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/2 cup coconut sugar
• 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
• 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup plant-based milk (almond, soy, or oat)
• 1/2 cup vegan dark chocolate chips (optional)
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan with a little coconut oil or line it with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, applesauce, coconut sugar, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the plant-based milk. Stir until just combined.
5. If using, fold in the vegan dark chocolate chips and walnuts.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
7. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Slice and enjoy your delightful vegan chocolate banana bread! Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutritional Value

The nutritious base of this banana bread is sure to keep you energized. Bananas provide a natural sweetness and are rich in potassium, aiding in heart health and muscle function. Whole wheat flour brings fiber, supporting digestion and maintaining steady energy levels. Cocoa powder, besides its deep chocolate flavor, offers polyphenols with antioxidant properties. Adding walnuts increases the content of healthy fats and omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential for brain health. The absence of refined sugars makes this treat a healthier option than traditional banana bread.

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