Cinnamon Banana Bread

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This Cinnamon Banana Bread is the perfect treat – soft, moist, and naturally sweet. It's everything you love about classic banana bread, with a healthy twist that lets you enjoy every slice guilt-free! Plus, it's completely refined sugar-free and made with wholesome ingredients that fuel you with every bite.

I know how easy it is to grab a slice of banana bread from your local store, but did you know those can have up to 10 teaspoons of sugar? That's a lot for what seems like a "healthy" snack! That's exactly why I created this recipe: it's just as satisfying but without the sugar overload. With your Thermomix, you can whip up this better-for-you version in no time!

Why This Cinnamon Banana Bread Will Be Your New Favourite:

• Naturally Sweetened with Ripe Bananas: No refined sugars here! This bread gets its sweetness from ripe bananas, so it's gentle on your blood sugar and keeps you satisfied without the crash.

• Super Easy with Thermomix: Who has time to wait hours for a treat? This recipe is done in minutes thanks to the Thermomix, making it perfect for busy days when you crave something delicious.

• Perfect for Breakfast or Snacking: Slice it up, pop it in the fridge, and you have a nutritious snack or breakfast option all week long. Just warm it up, and you've got a cozy treat ready to go!

• Crowd-Pleaser Alert: I love making this for family and friends, and it's always a hit. It's the kind of healthy treat that everyone enjoys!

The Cinnamon Twist
Adding cinnamon to banana bread not only enhances the flavour but also packs in extra health benefits. Cinnamon is known to help regulate blood sugar levels and has anti-inflammatory properties, making it a great addition to a balanced diet.

Try this recipe, and you'll see how easy and satisfying healthy baking can be. Just one bite, and you won't miss the overly sweetened store-bought versions!

Serves: 10-12 slices
Time: 50 min

INGREDIENTS

• 100g raw almonds

• 140g cassava flour or plain gluten free flour

• 1 tsp bicarb soda

• ½ tsp salt

• 2 tsp cinnamon

• 400g ripe banana

• 80g unsalted butter, soft

• 2 eggs

• 75g maple syrup

• 10g vanilla

Cinnamon Crumble

• 1 tsp monk fruit / coconut sugar / rapadura sugar

•½ tsp cinnamon

METHOD

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C fan forced and line a loaf tin with baking paper.

2. Place the almonds and the flour in the mixing bowl. MILL / 10 SEC / SP 9.

3. Add bicarb, salt, cinnamon. MIX / 6 SEC / SP 3.5. Set aside and don't wash the mixing bowl.

4. Add banana, butter, eggs, maple syrup and vanilla. MIX 9 SEC / REVERSE / SP 4.

5. Add dry ingredients back in MIX / 10 SEC / SP 3. Scrape down the sides and repeat 7 SEC / REVERSE / SP 4.

6. Pour into loaf tin and sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar of choice. Optionally also top with banana pieces or slices.

7. Bake for 40 minutes or until an inserted skewer comes out clean and the top is golden.

8. Allow to cool completely before slicing.

Author: Noni Jenkins

Noni Jenkins is a Personal Trainer, Weight Loss Specialist and Thermomix® Enthusiast. With over 10 years experience helping people live a healthier lifestyle.

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