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Marbled Ube Banana Bread

Marbled Ube Banana Bread: Colorful, Nourishing Bliss

Experience the joy of Marbled Ube Banana Bread, a vibrant and nutrient-rich treat blending sweet bananas and earthy ube.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Base Batter
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas provides sweetness and moisture
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened apple sauce acts as a binder
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup adjust based on preference
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure vanilla recommended
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour blend
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda ensure it's fresh
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
For the Ube Swirl
  • 1/2 cup ube halaya (purple yam jam) homemade or store-bought
  • 1/4 cup non-dairy milk almond or soy milk recommended
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice enhances flavor
For Flavor Enhancement (Optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional for a milder flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg adjust according to preference

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas and mix in the apple sauce, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg before folding it into the banana mixture.
  4. In a small bowl, mix together the ube halaya, non-dairy milk, and lemon juice until smooth.
  5. Spoon alternating layers of banana batter and ube mixture into the loaf pan, swirling gently with a knife.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Remove from the oven and cool in the pan for 10 minutes before moving to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness. Avoid overmixing to keep the texture light and fluffy.

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