This one-dish banana bread recipe is a marvel of convenience and flavor, combining the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with the unique tastes of Biscoff and fig butter. Prepared directly in the baking dish, this recipe minimizes cleanup and maximizes enjoyment, offering a moist, flavorful bread with delightful notes of vanilla and maple syrup. The addition of almond flour and golden flaxseed meal not only enhances the texture but also boosts the nutritional value.
Why You'll Love This: This banana bread is incredibly easy to make, requiring only simple mixing of ingredients right in the cake dish you'll bake it in, which means less cleanup and more time to relax. The Biscoff and fig butters add a rich, decadent flavor that sets this banana bread apart from more traditional versions. The addition of pecans introduces a crunchy texture that perfectly complements the soft, moist bread.
Perfect Occasion: Perfect for a lazy weekend breakfast, a comforting snack, or a sweet treat after a meal, this banana bread is versatile enough for any occasion. It’s also ideal for gatherings where you want to impress guests with a homemade dessert that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor.
Decoration Tips: For an attractive finish, top the batter with a few banana slices, a sprinkle of raw sugar, and additional pecans before baking. This not only enhances the flavor but also creates a visually appealing crust that looks great when served. Drizzling a little extra maple syrup over the top once baked adds a touch of elegance and extra sweetness
Ingredients:
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 1 cup oat milk
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup almond flour
- 2 tablespoons golden flaxseed meal
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- Biscoff butter, fig butter, and pecans for topping
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C).
- In a cake dish, combine the mashed banana, oat milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir until well mixed.
- Add the all-purpose flour, almond flour, flaxseed meal, and baking powder to the banana mixture. Mix thoroughly until the batter is smooth.
- Dollop Biscoff butter and fig butter on top of the batter and sprinkle with pecans.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the banana bread to cool slightly before serving.
Enjoy this easy and delicious banana bread, perfect for simplifying your baking without sacrificing taste!