A delightful vegan banana bread with a hint of warm spices, perfect for any occasion.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x4 loaf pan lightly with oil or cooking spray.
Ensure the oven is fully preheated before placing the batter inside for even baking.
In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, allspice, and salt. Whisk them together until evenly mixed.
Sifting the dry ingredients can help avoid lumps and ensure a smoother batter.
In another bowl, cream together the vegan margarine, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth.
Use room-temperature margarine for easier mixing.
Mash the bananas and add them to the sugar mixture along with the soymilk, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
Overripe bananas are ideal as they are sweeter and easier to mash.
Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
Overmixing can lead to a denser loaf, so mix until no dry streaks remain.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Tap the pan gently on the counter to remove air bubbles.
Bake in the preheated oven for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Check the loaf at the 60-minute mark to avoid overbaking.
Allow the loaf to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Cooling the loaf in the pan helps it set and makes it easier to remove.
Slice and serve your delicious Vegan Banana Spice Loaf. Enjoy!
Serve with a dollop of vegan butter or a drizzle of maple syrup for extra indulgence.