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Indulge in the warm, comforting aroma of freshly baked bread, and treat your taste buds to the delightful combination of sweet bananas and spicy cinnamon! Our Dairy-Free Cinnamon Banana Bread recipe is a game-changer for anyone looking for a scrumptious, dairy-free treat. Don't miss out on the opportunity to try this delectable recipe at home! Scroll down to get the full recipe, and get ready to indulge in the sweet, comforting goodness of Dairy-Free Cinnamon Banana Bread.
Recipe:
Dairy-Free Cinnamon Banana Bread Recipe
Ingredients:
* 3 large ripe bananas, mashed
* 1/2 cup granulated sugar
* 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
* 1/2 cup canola oil
* 2 large eggs, replaced by 2 flax eggs*
* 2 teaspoons baking powder
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
* 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
* 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
* 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
* 1/2 cup rolled oats
* 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and set it aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, sugar, applesauce, and oil. Mix well until smooth.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flax eggs, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
4. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until well combined.
5. Gradually add the flour, oats, and walnuts (if using) to the mixture, stirring until a smooth batter forms.
6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
7. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Variations:
* Maple Pecan Version: Substitute 1/4 cup of maple syrup for the granulated sugar and add 1/2 cup of chopped pecans to the batter.
* Cranberry Orange Version: Add 1/2 cup of dried cranberries and 1 tablespoon of orange zest to the batter.
* Chocolate Chip Version: Add 1 cup of dairy-free chocolate chips to the batter.
* Gluten-Free Version: Replace the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 ratio of gluten-free flour blend and add 1/2 cup of xanthan gum.
Notes:
* To make flax eggs, mix 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water in a small bowl. Let it sit for 5 minutes until it thickens and becomes gel-like.
* If you prefer a stronger cinnamon flavor, you can increase the amount to 1 1/2 teaspoons or more to your liking.
Get baking, and enjoy the delicious aroma of your freshly baked Dairy-Free Cinnamon Banana Bread!