Banana Bread ( With Cauliflower) combines the rich flavors of ripe bananas with the subtle nutrition of cauliflower for a delightful twist on a classic recipe. The unique bread not only pleases the palate but also adds a sneaky veggie that even the pickiest eaters won’t notice.
When making Banana Bread ( With Cauliflower), feel free to substitute the whole wheat flour with all-purpose flour if you prefer a lighter texture. For those with allergies, you can use egg substitutes or even applesauce instead of egg whites. Sourcing fresh bananas and cauliflower is key; ripe bananas will ensure sweetness, while fresh cauliflower is best for pureeing and blending seamlessly into the batter.
Bread & Rolls
Banana Bread ( With Cauliflower) Recipe
Ingredients
- nonstick cooking spray
- 3/4 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup firmly packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 1/2 cups banana puree
- 1/2 cup cauliflower
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and coat a 9 x 5 inch loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a bowl, mix together 3/4 cup of whole wheat flour, 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, 1/4 teaspoon of baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon. Set it aside for later.
- In another large mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup of firmly packed brown sugar and 1/4 cup of vegetable oil until smooth and well combined.
- Mix in 2 large egg whites, 1 1/2 cups of banana puree, 1/2 cup of cauliflower (pureed), and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until fully blended together.
- Now, add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are perfectly fine.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing out the top as needed.
- Bake for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Be sure to resist the urge to open the oven too soon; we want that bread to rise beautifully.
- Once baked, let the bread cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before turning it out onto a rack to cool completely before slicing.