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Heavenly Lavender Banana Bread

Heavenly Lavender Banana Bread for a Cozy Sweet Treat

This Heavenly Lavender Banana Bread is a moist, aromatic treat that is gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan-friendly.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free baking flour for gluten-free options.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter, melted and cooled For dairy-free option, substitute with coconut oil.
  • 0.75 cups Brown Sugar
  • 2 Large Eggs, lightly beaten For vegan option, use flax eggs.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 0.25 tsp Lavender Extract Substitute with finely chopped fresh culinary lavender for a subtler flavor.
  • 4 medium Ripe Bananas, mashed Use very ripe bananas for best flavor.
For the Lavender Glaze
  • 1.25 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 0.5 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 0.25 tsp Lavender Extract
  • 2 tbsp Heavy Cream For dairy-free, use almond milk.
  • 2.5 tbsp Milk Adjust glaze consistency as needed.
  • Food Coloring Light pink or purple for visual appeal.
  • Culinary Lavender Flowers Optional, for presentation.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a loaf pan with nonstick spray.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs, vanilla, and lavender extract, stirring to combine.
  4. Fold in the mashed bananas until well incorporated.
  5. Carefully fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then invert onto parchment paper to cool completely.
  9. Prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, lavender extract, heavy cream, and milk until smooth.
  10. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled bread and optionally add culinary lavender flowers for garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure bananas are very ripe for maximum sweetness. Fold gently to prevent overmixing and ensure a fluffy texture.

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