Try Healthy Paleo Banana Bread, and Experience the Delicious Taste of Guilt-Free Baking!
Don't forget to try making Healthy Paleo Banana Bread at home. With its moist and flavorful texture, this classic banana bread recipe has been revamped to accommodate the paleo diet, eliminating grains, dairy, and refined sugars. Here's the complete recipe for you to enjoy:
Recipe: Healthy Paleo Banana Bread
Ingredients:
* 3 large ripe bananas, mashed
* 1/2 cup (100g) almond butter
* 1/4 cup (50g) coconut sugar
* 2 large eggs
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
* 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
* 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
* 1/2 cup (60g) cashews, chopped
* 1/2 cup (60g) shredded coconut
* 1/4 cup (30g) chopped walnuts (optional)
* 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan with coconut oil or non-stick cooking spray.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas, almond butter, coconut sugar, eggs, salt, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix until smooth and creamy.
3. Stir in the chopped cashews, shredded coconut, and walnuts (if using).
4. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
5. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.
6. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a plate or serving dish.
Cook Time: 50-55 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 65-70 minutes
Variations:
* Chocolate Chip Version: Add 1/4 cup (30g) of dark chocolate chips to the batter before baking.
* Nutmeg and Cinnamon Swirl: Mix 1 tablespoon of nutmeg and 1 tablespoon of cinnamon into the batter, then swirl in a pattern on top of the bread before baking.
* Pecan and Coconut Version: Replace the walnuts with 1/2 cup (60g) of chopped pecans and add an extra 1/4 cup of shredded coconut to the batter.
* Honey-Glazed Version: Brush the top of the bread with 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup during the last 10 minutes of baking.
Enjoy your delicious and healthy paleo banana bread, and feel good knowing you're indulging in a treat that's free from common allergens and added sugars!