Wholesome and seductive all at once, this dark bread can be made in a flash. It’s wonderful with tea as a dessert or as a breakfast bread.
Recipe information
Yield
makes one 9-inch loaf
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly oil a 9 by 5 by 3-inch loaf pan.
Step 2
Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, cocoa, and nutmeg in a mixing bowl and stir together.
Step 3
Make a well in the center of the flour mixture and add the bananas, applesauce, oil, and enough rice milk to make a smooth, slightly stiff batter. Stir until thoroughly mixed, then stir in the dates and optional walnuts.
Step 4
Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the top is firm and a knife inserted into the center tests clean. When cool enough to handle, carefully remove the bread from the pan, place it on a rack or platter, and allow it to cool until just warm before slicing.
nutrition information
Step 5
Calories: 145
Step 6
Total Fat: 3g
Step 7
Protein: 4g
Step 8
Carbohydrates: 30g
Step 9
Fiber: 3g
Step 10
Sodium: 0mg
