Description
Experience a slice of paradise with this moist and flavorful Tropical Banana Paradise Bread! Loaded with ripe bananas, almond flour, and a tropical twist of coconut and pineapple, this bread is perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert
Ingredients
Scale
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Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large ripe bananas: Mashed for natural sweetness and moisture.
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil: Adds richness and keeps the bread tender.
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce: A healthier fat substitute.
- 1/4 cup honey or pure maple syrup: Natural sweeteners for a subtle sweetness.
- 2 large eggs: Or flax eggs for a vegan alternative.
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract: Enhances the tropical flavors.
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour: Or spelt flour for a fiber-packed base.
- 1 tsp baking soda: Helps the bread rise.
- 1/2 tsp baking powder: Provides additional lift.
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon: Adds a hint of warm spice.
Optional Add-ins:
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut: For a tropical touch.
- 1/2 cup crushed pineapple: Drained to avoid excess moisture.
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts: Pecans or walnuts add crunch and flavor.
Instructions
- Preheat Your Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease a standard loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mash and Mix: In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add olive oil, applesauce, honey (or syrup), eggs (or flax eggs), and vanilla. Mix until combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk almond flour, baking soda, baking powder, and cinnamon.
- Mix Wet and Dry: Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Optional Paradise Touch: Fold in coconut, pineapple, and/or nuts for a tropical boost.
- Bake: Pour batter into the loaf pan. Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool: Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice and savor the tropical vibes!
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- This bread freezes well; wrap individual slices and freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg