Ready to take your banana bread game to the next level without eggs or dairy? Dive into this simple yet incredibly moist and flavorful vegan banana bread with walnuts recipe that'll make you forget all about the traditional version!
Line the bottom of a 9 x 5 loaf pan with parchment paper to ensure the loaf doesn’t stick. Tip: If you crumble parchment paper first, it molds to the loaf pan a little better. Alternatively, you can grease the pan.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas using either a fork or a potato masher, and don't worry if the texture isn't completely smooth; having a few small chunks is perfectly fine.
Mix together the dry ingredients, including the flour, baking soda, salt, and spices. Stir in the walnuts, chocolate chips, or dates as well, if using.
Mix the dry ingredients with the banana mixture, combining them nicely, but don't go overboard, or you'll end up with a banana brick or a sunken middle!
Insert a small knife into the center. If it comes out clean, it's ready. Allow to cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes before inverting onto a wire cooling rack