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Banana Bread Lightened Up Spelt Vegan Recipe

This deliciously moist and healthy vegan spelt banana bread is a lighter take on a classic! Adapted from the popular Vegan a Go Go recipe, this version uses spelt flour for extra protein and a delightful nutty flavor. We've also cleverly reduced the oil and incorporated applesauce to cut back on calories without compromising on taste. Get ready for a guilt-free treat that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 65 mins
Calories 156 kcal
Protein 2g
Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Banana Bread Lightened Up Spelt Vegan

  • 3 medium ripe bananas
  • Not specified in recipe.
  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • Not specified in recipe (maple syrup/agave nectar used as sweetener).
  • Not specified in recipe.
  • 1 1/2 cups spelt flour
  • 1/2 cup oat bran
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup (or agave nectar)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup ground flaxseed meal
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)

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How to Make Banana Bread Lightened Up Spelt Vegan

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mash bananas until mostly smooth. Add applesauce, maple syrup, and vanilla extract; mix well.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together spelt flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, salt, and flaxseed meal.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Stir in the oil and chocolate chips (optional).
  6. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-65 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

76g

Fat

2g

Carbs

9g

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