All I’ve been craving in sweet potatoes, nutella, chocolate, and ummmmm more sweet potatoes, in fry form. That’s all I’ve wanted. Thankfully I’ve been eating other stuff, but I don’t know what the hell is going on. No, I’m not pregnant. And no, it’s not that time of the month. You should know that by now if you’ve read my blog regularly. Gross. I’m gross.
I kind of want ice cream.
Ok, enough about food. This blog is a food blog, I shouldn’t be talking about it. Just kidding. Let’s talk about these banana breads. I wanted banana bread the other day and ended up making it without nuts or seeds, which I haven’t done before. I’m not really sure if a coconut is a seed or a fruit, but I don’t really care because my body gets along with coconuts. I’m sure someone will tell me on my blog. That’s usually how I learn stuff.
I got my nails AND toes done yesterday. My feet feel lighter. I’m pretty sure it’s been 7 years since I got a pedicure. SEVEN YEARS. Do you know how many calluses build up in 7 years? While doing CrossFit. And wearing shoes that don’t take very good care of my feet. Either way, my toes look pretty good at this point. I have ugly toes so I need as much help as I can get. I’m so excited to get sandals.
Never once did I think I would say that. My life is so different compared to last year, it’s ridiculous. Last year, I was wearing CrossFit clothes constantly, working out multiple times a day, never taking off my tennis shoes (mostly because they smell terrible), Rx’ing every workout, and rarely taking off my headband. I now get my toes and nails done, suck at workouts, style my hair about 60% of the time, drink bloody marys more often than not, and shop online more than I ever thought I would. ModCloth is doing well off of me. I’m even going shopping for jeans twice in one week after crying in the dressing room last time. But I’m definitely getting jeans this time around. I’m not letting any jeans get me down, like I would have last year. Anyone know a good seamstress in Denver? I think I’m gonna need it.
I just ate sweet potatoes and there is grease on my keyboard. I’m a terrible blogger.
Banana Bread 3 Ways (nut free)
EasyRecipe
- Yield: 4-6 1x
Ingredients
For the banana bread base
- 6 bananas (brown ones are sweeter)
- 4 dried dates, pitted
- 4 eggs
- 1/3 cup coconut butter
- 3 heaping tablespoons of coconut flour
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
- 1–2 teaspoon cinnamon
- pinch of salt
For the variety
- Sliced banana
- Dark chocolate chips
- Dried strawberries (diced) and dried blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Add dried dates to the food processor and puree until you get a lumpy paste.
- Then place bananas in the food processor and pulse until completely pureed.
- Next add eggs and coconut butter and puree.
- Then add coconut flour, baking soda, baking powder, vanilla extract, cinnamon and salt.
- Pour batter into three small baking bread dishes.
- Add sliced banana on top of one, then pour in as many chocolate chips as you would like into another and mix with a knife to incorporate, then add dried strawberries and blueberries to the last one and use a knife to mix well.
- Place all three on a baking sheet and into the oven for 40-45 minutes until you poke each one with a toothpick and they come out clean.
- Let rest for about 5 minutes then slice.
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I will be making this banana bread today as I have an entire bunch of bananas about to be mush on my counter. Thanks.
Love your website & recipes. I started making my own coconut butter, way cheaper than buying. Like you not too crazy about nuts being in everything so it’s nice to have new ideas.
Thanks!
Botanically, the coconut fruit is a drupe, not a true nut.
But who cares, cuz it’s deeeelish! Can’t wait to try these!
OMG girl, this recipes looks too good!!!! I’m at work and I want to leave to just do this and sit on the couch and eat!!! lol thanks for the recipe!!
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The only jeans that fit my crossfit butt and thighs are the Paige Skyline skinny. I have 4 pairs. Give them a shot!
Ok, I’m dumb…but do I use all six bananas in the bread batter and need a seventh banana to top one? Or do I use five in the batter and one as the topper? Thanks!
Help…If I have no coconut cream what shall I do/use–no coconuts right now either?! Is it usually found in local grocery stores?
you can buy the coconut cream concentrate on tropical traditions.com
Also, if you have a local co-op or some sort of health food store, or hell, even a health-food section at a regular grocery store, they’ll likely carry it there. Our co-op carries everything you can imagine-coconut and I’m in freakin’ Idaho.
Tiff…I’d say that there is a 7th banana because 1 banana is listed under the variety section, as is chocolate chips and blue/strawberries, all of which aren’t listed in the main ingredient’s part.
She always makes me so damn hungry 🙂
Ah, yes…clearly I got too excited to read carefully. Thanks Nancy!
Holy deliciousness. And hilariousness. (My auto correct wanted to make that “hilarious mess” lol jerk.) I can’t wait to try this banana bread with all the added extras! Genius!
Coconut is considered a nut. Although it’s more recently that it’s being labeled as such. My son is only 6 and has a tree nut allergy. Coconut was never labeled as part of the tree nut warning but is now. I don’t know whether that’s because of the coconut actually being similar to other tree nuts or just because many people with tree nut allergies have had reactions to coconuts as well. So… I guess that didn’t realize answer your question at all. My b. I’m just gonna go make banana bread now…
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