Welcome, to a milestone moment on our Holistical Healing website. Today marks our first recipe share, a exciting occasion as we venture onto a journey to nourish both body and soul. Join us as we delve into the realm of wholesome treats with a delightful creation crafted with care to infuse your day with warmth and goodness.
Say hello to our Vegan and Gluten-Free Banana Loaf – a lovingly concoction designed to honor your wellbeing and ignite a spark of culinary creativity within you.
Ingredients from Nature:
- 6 mini bananas or 3 large black bananas
- 25ml vegetable oil
- 50g brown sugar
- 50g Agave Syrup
- 225g plain gluten-free flour
- 3 tsp baking powder
- 3 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp nutmeg
- 1 tsp ginger
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 20g raisins or nuts (optional)
For the coconut icing:
- 60g icing sugar
- 3 tablespoons coconut milk
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Crafting Your Culinary Symphony:
1. Preparation is Key: Preheat your oven to 200°C/180°C fan/gas 6. Begin by mashing those ripe bananas in a bowl, infusing them with the essence of sweetness.
2. Blend with Love: Mix in the vegetable oil, brown sugar and agave, creating a symphony of flavors.
3. Harmonise the Elements: mix in the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and vanilla extract, allowing each ingredient to dance together in perfect harmony. Consider adding raisins or nuts for an extra burst of texture and flavor.
4. Embrace Versatility: Decide whether to bake one grand loaf or opt for smaller, individualised creations. The choice is yours, tailor this recipe to your heart's desire.
5. Bake to Perfection: Allow your creation to bake, infusing your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of wholesome goodness. Keep an eye on its progress check after 20 mins with a skewer, then bake for a further 20 minutes ensuring a golden brown colour - but this depends on the type or sugar used, we used dark hence the beautiful colour
6. Crafting Elegance: As your loaf(s) cool, take a moment to prepare the coconut icing – a delicate touch to elevate your creation to new heights of indulgence. Sieve the icing sugar into a bowl. Add the coconut milk and vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
7. A Finishing Flourish: With grace and precision, drizzle the coconut icing over your masterpiece, transforming it into a work of art with a few sprinkles or rose petals and blue lotus for decor!
8. Savor the Moment: With knife in hand, slice into your Vegan and Gluten-Free Banana Loaf(s), savoring each moment as you indulge in the fruits of y(our) labor haha
In a world filled with chaos and noise, don't forget the simple joys that nourish both body and soul. This Vegan and Gluten-Free Banana Loaf recipe serves as a reminder that wellness is not just a destination but a journey – one best undertaken with love, intention, and a touch of culinary magic. So guys, may your kitchens be filled with laughter, your hearts with gratitude, and your taste buds with the exquisite delight of homemade goodness. Until next time, stay well, stay nourished, stay blessed and stay tuned for more holistic treasures to enrich your life.
Here's a pic :)
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