🍌 Heavenly Vegan Banana Bread

There’s something magical about the smell of banana bread wafting through the kitchen—it’s cozy, nostalgic, and just straight-up feel-good food. This Heavenly Vegan Banana Bread takes everything you love about the classic loaf and gives it a wholesome, plant-based makeover. Moist, rich, naturally sweet, and completely dairy- and egg-free, it’s proof that you absolutely don’t need animal products to make an irresistible dessert (or breakfast… or snack 😉).

Whether you’re already living that vegan life or just exploring more plant-forward options, this one’s a crowd-pleaser through and through.

---

🧺 Ingredients

Gather your goodies—nothing fancy, just simple pantry staples coming together to create magic:

• 3 ripe bananas, mashed (the spottier the better!)
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce (a perfect egg replacer)
• 1/3 cup melted coconut oil (adds rich moisture)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup coconut sugar (or sub with brown sugar)
• 1¾ cups all-purpose flour (can sub with 1:1 gluten-free if needed)
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional, but highly recommended for crunch!)

---

🍽️ Instructions

1. Preheat & Prep

Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

2. Mix Wet Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, stir together the mashed bananas, applesauce, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Add in the coconut sugar and mix until smooth and glossy.

3. Whisk Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Give it a good whisk to evenly distribute the leavening agents and spices.

4. Bring It All Together

Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring just until everything is incorporated (don’t overmix!). Fold in chopped nuts if you’re using them.

5. Bake It

Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 60–70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

6. Cool & Slice

Let the bread rest in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing. Trust us—it’s worth the wait.

---

🌟 Pro Tips for Banana Bread Bliss

• Use ultra-ripe bananas: More brown spots = more flavor and sweetness.
• Don’t skip the cinnamon: It adds warmth and depth.
• Try mix-ins: Vegan chocolate chips, dried cranberries, or shredded coconut make great additions.
• Store it right: Wrap tightly and keep it at room temp for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. It also freezes like a dream!