Vegan Lower-Fat Banana Bread

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauceNutrition
• 1 cup whole wheat flourNutrition
• 1 tsp cinnamonNutrition
• 1/4 tsp nutmegNutrition
• 1/2 tsp saltNutrition
• 1/4 cup canola oilNutrition
• 3 small bananasNutrition
• 3/4 tsp baking sodaNutrition
• 2 tbsps molassesNutrition
• 1/2 cup sugarNutrition
• 1 cup all purpose white flourNutrition

Directions

1. 1Pre-heat the oven to 350 °F (170 °C). Lightly grease a 9" x 5" loaf pan.
2. 2In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas really well. Add the sugar, applesauce, molasses, and oil. Whisk briskly to incorporate.
3. 3Sift in the flour, baking soda, spices, and salt. Use a wooden spoon to mix until the wet and dry ingredients are just combined.
4. 4Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and bake for 45-50 minutes. The top should be lightly browned and a knife inserted through the centre should come out clean.
5. 5Remove from oven and invert onto a cooling rack; flip the bread right side up and let cool.
6. 6Note: based on a recipe from the excellent Veganomicon.

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