Almond Banana Bread

This paleo-friendly banana bread makes a perfect snack or an on-the-go breakfast.

It’s filled with protein, healthy fats and fibre that will leave you feeling nourished and satisfied.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 10 slices

Ingredients

2 cups almond meal

¾ cup walnuts, chopped

½ cup shredded coconut

1 tbsp chia seeds

2 tsp baking powder

1 tsp ground cinnamon

Pinch sea salt

3 eggs

2 tbsp natural nut butter

2 tbsp coconut oil, melted

2 medium ripe bananas, mashed

1 tsp vanilla extract

Steps

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Lightly grease and line the base and sides of a 10cm x 20cm loaf pan with baking paper. 
2. Place almond meal, walnuts, coconut, chia, baking powder, cinnamon and salt in a large bowl. Stir to combine.
3. Whisk eggs, nut butter, coconut oil, banana and vanilla in a large jug until well combined. Add to dry ingredients and mix well with a wooden spoon until very well combined. Pour mixture into prepared pan.
4. Bake for 30 minutes or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean. Remove. Cool completely in pan.
5. Serve banana bread in thick slices.

Recommendations

Serve slices plain or toasted with butter or yoghurt and a drizzle of honey. 

Peanut butter and almond butter work well in this recipe. 

Natural nut butters don’t contain industrial seed oils or refined sugar. They are simply a mix of nuts and sea salt, making it a lot healthier to eat and digest. They are widely available at supermarkets and grocers.

By Tracey Monk