June 25, 2012

Vegan Banana Bread Recipe


Bananas have been so cheap lately so I bought way too many and then had a bunch of overripe bananas sitting in my kitchen. I was wondering what to do with them so I  decided to make up my own banana bread recipe. If I can say so myself, this is the BEST banana bread I have EVER had! It was so yummy and stayed moist for the next couple of days. I really loved it. As I am writing this I have my second batch in the oven. Ever since I made this the first time, Jerome constantly asks for me to make it again and again. It really is delicious :)

 I just realised that the second batch I just made, I used plain flour rather than self raising flour. *smacks forehead* - I knew that I did something wrong! Grrrrr... I was too distracted listening to music. I wonder how this one will work out now hahahahaha >.< 

I guarantee that you will love this vegan banana bread/cake recipe!
makes 1 loaf


2 cups self raising flour
1/4 cup vegan margarine, melted
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup coconut milk*
1 cup mashed banana
1/2 teaspoon vanilla essence (optional)
  1. Preheat oven to 180 degrees celcius (fan-forced) and oil a bread tin (approx. 22cm long x 13cm wide x 7cm deep). 
  2. Add all ingredients into a bowl and stir vigorously until very smooth.
  3. Pour banana bread mixture into the oiled tin.
  4. Bake for 1 hour or so until top has browned and a skewer poked in the centre of the loaf comes out clean.
  5. Serve warm. Spread with vegan butter and eat eat eat!


  • *I use canned full-fat coconut milk.
  • Purée the banana if you want the banana taste to be equal throughout the bread. Or if you would rather chunky bits, just mash the banana.

The nutrition information above is an approximate guideline and does not include the "optional" ingredients.  

49 comments :

  1. AnonymousJune 27, 2012 at 7:17 PM

    I have made your banana bread & loved it ! It is so gooooooooddddd! :)
    Food that maks me smile!

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    1. Bird and Boy PhotographyJune 27, 2012 at 8:32 PM

      Oh I am so glad! I love receiving feedback. I am happy that it worked out for you. I have been playing around with a banana recipe for a while ^-^

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  2. AnonymousJuly 12, 2012 at 12:22 PM

    Made this for Ash yesterday. It was yummy and easy as. Lily and family LOVED it. Lily loves your guinea pigs too! She said Sherman is her favourite
    liz xox

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    1. Bird and Boy PhotographyJuly 25, 2012 at 5:01 PM

      Oh Liz I just saw this comment today. I am so glad that you liked it. Yum yum yum <3 Lily is so cute. I can't wait to meet her. Sherman is very lovely too... of course she likes him, she is only human ;) hehehe

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  3. bell777July 26, 2012 at 8:28 PM

    Maddi, If i am out of margarine, can i use olive oil instead to make your lovely banana bread? xxx

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    1. Bird and Boy PhotographyJuly 26, 2012 at 10:07 PM

      I am not sure as the oil may make the bread more slick and greasy. The margarine is oils combined with other ingredients which give a creamy consistency and may solidify a little bit when cooking. Also, olive oil is very strong and may make the banana bread taste like olives haha. Use coconut oil? I would probably wait until you had some soy spread or earth balance.

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    2. AnonymousAugust 10, 2012 at 8:37 AM

      I make a vegan banana bread with olive oil and it works out just fine, it's pretty similar to your recipe but instead of brown sugar I use powdered. Also if you go with a good brand of olive oil you are putting in food that is not as processed which is always a plus.

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    3. AnonymousOctober 2, 2012 at 11:36 PM

      In my oven right now! Thanks for the delish recipe! ~Susan

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    4. Bird and Boy PhotographyOctober 3, 2012 at 12:25 AM

      OOooo my pleasure! :)

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    5. BrittanyApril 13, 2013 at 6:55 AM

      Extra Virgin Coconut Oil is a great vegan butter substitute! (And the flavor it brings to the recipe is just an added bonus!)

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  4. KoriOctober 20, 2012 at 2:22 AM

    Hi Madison! When you say coconut milk for this recipe, do you use the full-fat version out of the can, or do you use it out of the container (like a soy or almond milk)? I made this the other day with the coconut milk from the can and it was deeelish! But just wanted to see which kind you meant :-)

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    1. Bird and Boy PhotographyOctober 20, 2012 at 11:17 AM

      Hi Kori!
      Yes, I use the full-fat coconut milk out of the can. You are doing it right! I am happy that you really liked it because this banana bread is a staple in my house hehe. I try not to eat it too often because it isn't very good for us... but it is so delicious! Such a temptation to make it every day :D

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  5. David JJanuary 7, 2013 at 11:57 AM

    Best banana bread I have ever eaten!

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    1. Bird and Boy PhotographyJanuary 7, 2013 at 11:57 AM

      Thanks David... I am glad that you like it! We absolutely love it hehe :D

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  6. AlexaJanuary 20, 2013 at 7:32 AM

    First time doing this recipe. It came out amazing! Although I changed the flour to whole wheat flour and added natural unsweetened cocoa powder. Love this recipe and this site. =D

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    1. Bird and Boy PhotographyJanuary 20, 2013 at 3:30 PM

      Hello Alexa! I am happy that you enjoyed it because I absolutely love this recipe!! :)

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  7. AnonymousFebruary 23, 2013 at 9:34 AM

    I made this today, so yummy!!! I used 3 bananas and about 1 1/3 cups of coconut milk. My son licked the entire bowl. Seriously better than any non-vegan banana bread, which i've made plenty of times. Thank you!

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    1. Bird and Boy PhotographyFebruary 23, 2013 at 10:25 AM

      Hello! Oh yay, I am so glad that you enjoyed it. Jerome and I go crazy for this banana bread... it is so delicious! :)

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  8. AnonymousMarch 22, 2013 at 6:47 AM

    Do you think I could use this recipe and do muffins instead?

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  9. EmilyStarMarch 22, 2013 at 7:46 AM

    Best banana bread ever. Thanks Madison. My whole family really enjoyed it. Will make it again.

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  10. ZdogsMarch 28, 2013 at 9:33 PM

    Made this today and It was heavenly! Thank you for sharing
    And A Happy Easter to you both!

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    1. Bird and Boy PhotographyMarch 28, 2013 at 10:08 PM

      Hello! Oh thank you. I really love this banana bread. I am happy that you enjoyed it :) Happy Easter!

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  11. AnonymousApril 3, 2013 at 3:16 PM

    Hi Madison! :)
    I made this last night and it is delicious. However I think I may have brought it out of the oven too early. :P I was wondering, if it would be possible to swap the coconut milk for Almond or Oat milk?
    I love your site, I'm making your brownies tonight for my youngest brothers birthday party tomorrow evening and I'm super excited to try them (if a little worried I'll eat them all before the party). ^.^

    Hope you and Jerome are well.

    Caitlyn

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    1. Bird and Boy PhotographyApril 3, 2013 at 6:44 PM

      Hi Caitlyn,

      I am so glad that you liked it. You could try it... however, the coconut milk adds a nice thickness and oiliness.

      Oh yay! I hope you enjoy the brownies... I love them!!

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  12. AnonymousMay 3, 2013 at 8:49 PM

    Wow wow wow this bread is amazing! I made the Granola yesterday, and tonight at 7.30pm decided I had to make the banana bread for an after tea snack! So so good, I substituted the flour for a gluten free SR flour as I am gluten intolerant and it was just delicious. Couldn't be happier, Maddison your recipes are incredible.

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    1. Bird and Boy PhotographyMay 3, 2013 at 9:24 PM

      Hello! I am glad that you enjoyed it. I know... this banana bread is out of this world! It a little bit TOO delicious hehehe :)

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  13. Lou BuchhornMay 16, 2013 at 5:39 PM

    I made it for the first time last night and poof its gone. Kids love it. So moist. Making it again tonight. Thanks for the reciipe

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    1. Bird and Boy PhotographyMay 16, 2013 at 8:34 PM

      Hi Lou,
      Thank so much. I am happy that you loved it! I know... it is such a yummy recipe. It can get a little bit addictive hehe :)

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  14. UnknownDecember 8, 2013 at 12:23 PM

    I have recently found your website and I am loving all the recipes!!
    This banana bread is amazing and VERY addictive :) Thanks

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  15. AnonymousDecember 8, 2013 at 5:16 PM

    I made this today after looking at it the last few weeks on your website. And can honestly say this is the BEST banana bread I have EVER eaten! Thanks so much Madison for your wonderful recipes, and to Jerome for the beautiful photos to match.
    x

    Rozzie

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    1. Bird and Boy PhotographyDecember 8, 2013 at 6:50 PM

      Hi Rozzie! I am so happy that you love it as much as we do. It really is addictive. I guarantee that you will make it again and again hehe :) It is a great thing to make as a gift or for non-vegan friends or family... or just though or are allergic to eggs or milk :)

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    2. UnknownFebruary 9, 2014 at 8:19 PM

      Just made your bread, came out perfect everyone loved it, thank you so much

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  16. JwwButterflyMarch 25, 2014 at 6:44 AM

    Thank You Thank You!!! I have made this bread so many times since finding your recipe. It's a crowd favorite for sure. Has anyone tried to make it in an 8x8 brownie pan? should i chance it or just stick to the bread pan?

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    1. Bird and Boy PhotographyMarch 25, 2014 at 12:43 PM

      Hehe thank you! So glad that you like it :) I haven't tried it but you could have a go. It would probably just reduce the cooking time!

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  17. AnonymousApril 10, 2014 at 9:21 AM

    my non vegan friends love this banana bread xx

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  18. ariMay 15, 2014 at 12:26 PM

    I'm so excited for this! I've just started eating vegan (2 days lol) but last night my son said he wanted to go vegan too. I want to show him that you can have yummy food and it still be vegan (and also he is 5 so something like this as a little treat in his school lunch will show everyone that the little dude is not missing out)

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  19. BecMay 26, 2014 at 9:23 PM

    I made this yesterday and everyone loved it! My very non-vegan family said it tasted like 'normal' banana bread, which is a huge compliment coming from them haha. Thanks so much for this recipe :)

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    1. Bird and Boy PhotographyMay 26, 2014 at 9:55 PM

      Hehe I am so glad... it is soooo amazing when you receive compliments from non-vegans! Gives you so much confidence hehe.

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  20. AnonymousApril 20, 2015 at 7:03 PM

    Hi Madison, I baked this loaf yesterday and served it at a brunch party. It was quick to prepare and the loaf was dense and delicious! It was thoroughly enjoyed by both vegan and non-vegan guests. I substituted the margarine with coconut oil and pureed an extra banana as my batter was a little dry. Will definitely make this again. Thanks for the recipe.

    Carmen

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  21. christine2232October 17, 2015 at 4:43 PM

    Madison, your Banana Bread Recipe is truly amazing. I have made it so many times for my Husband & myself hoping to freeze slices to try the next morning in the toaster...........but it never lasts that long. My three Daughters & their Families all love it too. It would be the lightest, moist Banana Bread I have ever had the pleasure to taste. Your Recipes are all wonderful. I am trying each & every one of them. Christine

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  22. UnknownMarch 31, 2017 at 6:18 AM

    This banana bread is fast becoming a staple in my house.. i add Sweet William choc chips to the mix.. then i put sliced banana and desiccated coconut on top.
    With these added extras, this banana bread is even better the next day.
    Might add a caramel swirl next time :D

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  23. KDecember 5, 2017 at 8:43 AM

    I used 3 large bananas which is possible to much- and flour. Fingers crossed it turns out ok.

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