If you love the rich flavor of cookie dough and the moistness of banana bread, you’re in for a real treat. This Vegan Cookie Dough Banana Bread combines the best of both worlds, offering a guilt-free, plant-based dessert that tastes like a decadent treat without all the butter, eggs, or dairy. It’s naturally sweetened, dairy-free, and egg-free, making it the perfect dessert for those with dietary restrictions or anyone looking for a healthier twist on their favorite baked goods.
Ingredients
For the Banana Bread:
- 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1/2 cup coconut oil (or any oil of your choice, melted)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup (or agave syrup)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour (or all-purpose flour)
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup non-dairy milk (almond, oat, or coconut milk works well)
- 1/4 cup dairy-free chocolate chips (optional, for a chocolate chip cookie dough twist)
For the Cookie Dough Filling:
- 1/4 cup almond flour (or all-purpose flour)
- 1/4 cup coconut oil (melted)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or coconut sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup dairy-free chocolate chips
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper. This will prevent the bread from sticking and make cleanup easier.
2. Prepare the Banana Bread Mixture:
In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth and creamy. The riper your bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your banana bread will be. Add the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and stir to combine.
3. Mix the Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using). Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
4. Add the Milk and Chocolate Chips:
Add the non-dairy milk and stir to create a smooth, thick batter. Gently fold in the dairy-free chocolate chips if you’re using them for a chocolatey twist.
5. Prepare the Cookie Dough Filling:
In a small bowl, combine the almond flour, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until smooth. Add the chocolate chips and mix gently until combined. This will create the cookie dough-like filling for your banana bread.
6. Assemble the Banana Bread:
Pour half of the banana bread batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it out evenly. Spoon the cookie dough filling on top of the batter, then gently swirl it with a spoon or knife to create a marble-like effect. Pour the remaining banana bread batter over the cookie dough layer and smooth the top.
7. Bake the Banana Bread:
Bake the banana bread in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean (or with a few moist crumbs). The cookie dough layer should be slightly visible and soft but cooked through.
8. Cool and Serve:
Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. This ensures it sets properly and doesn’t fall apart.
Why You’ll Love This Vegan Cookie Dough Banana Bread
- Decadent Yet Healthy: This banana bread is the best of both worlds, with the creamy sweetness of banana bread and the indulgent taste of cookie dough, all while being vegan and made with whole ingredients.
- Natural Sweeteners: Sweetened with maple syrup and ripe bananas, you get a natural, lower-glycemic sweetness without the need for refined sugars.
- Perfect Texture: The combination of mashed bananas and the cookie dough filling makes this bread moist, rich, and satisfying, with a delightful cookie dough surprise inside.
- Dairy-Free and Egg-Free: This bread is perfect for those with dietary restrictions, as it’s completely free from dairy and eggs but still maintains the classic comfort of banana bread.
Enjoy!
This Vegan Cookie Dough Banana Bread is the ultimate comfort food without any of the guilt. Whether you’re a vegan, have dietary restrictions, or just want a healthier take on a classic treat, this banana bread will wow your taste buds. It’s the perfect breakfast, snack, or dessert, and a great way to enjoy the magic of cookie dough and banana bread in one bite!