Save This Vegan Cardamom Guava Banana Bread is a fragrant, tropical fusion that transforms standard banana bread into an exotic treat. By combining luscious guava pulp with aromatic ground cardamom and a bright hint of lime zest, this dairy-free loaf offers a moist, tender crumb that is perfect for a special breakfast or a relaxing afternoon tea.
Save The aroma of this bread baking is absolutely intoxicating, filling your kitchen with the scents of warm cardamom and sweet guava. It is a wonderful way to use up overripe bananas while introducing a splash of tropical color to your table.
Ingredients
- Fruit: 1 cup ripe banana (mashed, about 2 medium bananas), 3/4 cup guava pulp (fresh or canned, strained if seedy), zest of 1 lime.
- Wet Ingredients: 1/2 cup light brown sugar, 1/3 cup neutral oil (such as sunflower or canola), 1/4 cup unsweetened plant-based milk (almond, oat, or soy), 1 tsp vanilla extract.
- Dry Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 1/2 tsp ground cardamom, 1 tsp baking soda, 1/2 tsp baking powder, 1/4 tsp salt.
- Optional: 1/3 cup chopped walnuts or pecans, 2 tbsp coarse sugar for sprinkling.
Instructions
- Step 1
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- Step 2
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Stir in the guava pulp and lime zest.
- Step 3
- Add the brown sugar, oil, plant-based milk, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Step 4
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, ground cardamom, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Step 5
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.
- Step 6
- Fold in the nuts if using.
- Step 7
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Smooth the top and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired.
- Step 8
- Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Step 9
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
Für extra Feuchtigkeit können Sie dem Teig 1/4 Tasse ungesüßtes Apfelmark hinzufügen. Achten Sie beim Backen darauf, die Stäbchenprobe rechtzeitig durchzuführen, damit das Brot saftig bleibt.
Varianten und Anpassungen
Falls Guavenmark nicht verfügbar ist, können Sie es problemlos durch Mango- oder Ananaspüree ersetzen. Wer eine nussfreie Variante bevorzugt, lässt die Walnüsse einfach weg oder ersetzt sie durch Kürbiskerne.
Serviervorschläge
Servieren Sie das Brot pur, mit etwas veganer Butter oder träufeln Sie eine einfache Limettenglasur darüber. Es lässt sich hervorragend mit einer Tasse würzigem Chai oder einem tropischen Früchtetee kombinieren.
Save This Vegan Cardamom Guava Banana Bread is a delightful dairy-free treat that brings a touch of tropical fusion to your kitchen. Whether enjoyed as a morning snack or a post-dinner dessert, its unique flavor profile is sure to make it a new household favorite.
Recipe FAQs
- → Can I use frozen guava pulp?
Yes, frozen guava pulp works perfectly. Thaw it completely and strain if it has seeds before adding to the batter.
- → How should I store this loaf?
Wrap tightly and store at room temperature for 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. Freezes well for 3 months when wrapped in plastic and foil.
- → What can I substitute for cardamom?
Cinnamon or nutmeg work well as alternatives, though cardamom provides that signature aromatic flavor that pairs beautifully with tropical fruits.
- → Is this loaf sweet enough without eggs?
The ripe bananas and brown sugar provide ample sweetness and moisture, eliminating any need for eggs while keeping the texture tender and rich.
- → Can I make this gluten-free?
Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend containing xanthan gum. The texture may be slightly denser but still delicious.
- → Why is my loaf dense?
Overmixing the batter creates a dense loaf. Stir gently until just combined—some small lumps are perfectly fine and preferable.