Vegan Banana Coconut Bread with Lime Zest Recipe
Banana bread just got a tropical makeover with this vegan recipe starring creamy coconut and zesty lime. Who said plant-based treats can’t be vibrant? This loaf mixes ripe bananas with shredded coconut and a cheeky hint of lime zest to brighten your day — and your breakfast table. No boring bites here, just moist, flavorful slices that scream “tropical vacation,” without the plane ticket. If you crave bold flavor with a vegan twist, this recipe answers your snack prayers with style and sass. Bake it, savor it, and pretend you’re on a beach, okay? No judgment here.
Vegan Banana Coconut Bread with Lime Zest Recipe
Vegan banana bread infused with coconut’s creaminess and a fresh kick of lime zest for tropical delight.
Ingredients
- Ripe bananas mashed — 1¼ cups (about 3 medium)
- Shredded coconut unsweetened — ½ cup
- Lime zest — 1 tablespoon
- Ground flaxseed — 2 tablespoons
- Water for flax egg — 6 tablespoons
- Plant-based milk almond or coconut — ½ cup
- Maple syrup — ⅓ cup
- Coconut oil melted — ⅓ cup
- Vanilla extract — 1 teaspoon
- All-purpose flour — 1½ cups
- Baking soda — 1 teaspoon
- Salt — ¼ teaspoon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line the loaf pan.
- Mix flaxseed with water; let thicken for 5 minutes (flax egg).
- Mash bananas; combine with flax egg, plant milk, maple syrup, coconut oil, vanilla, lime zest, and shredded coconut.
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Fold dry ingredients into wet mixture gently; avoid overmixing.
- Pour batter into pan and smooth top. Bake for 55 minutes.
- Cool 10 minutes in pan, then transfer to rack before slicing.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 250
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 10%
- Magnesium: 12%
- Potassium: 9%
- Calcium: 6%
- Vitamin C: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and softness.
- Swap coconut oil with vegan butter for a different flavor.
- Add toasted coconut flakes on top for crunch.
- Store in airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze.
- Perfect with a smear of vegan cream cheese or nut butter.
