Nourishing Almond Banana Bread Recipe

Nourishing Almond Banana Bread

Servings: 12
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 50-60 mins
Difficulty: Easy
Rating: ★★★★★
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Looking for a nourishing way to use up leftover raw almonds, I came across a simple almond banana bread recipe and decided to adapt it using ingredients I already had at home. The result was a moist yet fluffy loaf, with the kitchen filled with the comforting aroma of cinnamon as it baked. Naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and a touch of honey, this almond banana bread turned out great, though it may be slightly sweeter than my personal preference. For a lighter, more subtle flavour, feel free to reduce or skip the honey altogether.

Beyond taste, this banana bread is packed with ingredients that gently support overall health and stress resilience. The unpeeled almonds provide magnesium and fibre that help balance the gut and the nervous system, while eggs add protein and choline, supporting brain health and steady energy. A hint of cinnamon not only warms the flavor but may also support balanced blood sugar which is an important factor in managing stress and its downstream effects.

Ingredients

2 cups fresh, raw almonds (with skin)
2-3 tbsp. melted coconut oil or ghee
3 tbsp. honey
4 large eggs
2 ½ medium mashed ripe bananas
1 tsp. baking powder
½ tsp. baking soda
½ tsp. ground cinnamon
½ tsp. fine sea salt
½ cup brown rice flour (optional, can substitute with ½ cup ground almonds)

Directions

Cut a sheet of baking paper enough to cover a standard loaf tin (23 x 12 x 7 cm / 9 x 5 x 3 inches). Run the baking paper under tap water and place in loaf (helps it stick to the loaf). Grease the paper and set aside the loaf tin.
Preheat oven to 160 C / 325 F.
Grind almonds using a food processor, until a fine, flour-like consistency forms. You may need to grind in batches or stop and stir for an even grinding process.
In a small pot, melt coconut oil and ghee. Turn off heat and add honey if using. Mix well and set aside to cool.
In a large bowl whisk together eggs. Add melted fat and honey (should not be hot!). Stir well until an even consistency is achieved.
Add mashed bananas and mix well. Sprinkle in one at a time: baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and sea salt.
In batches, stir in the ground almonds ensuring mixture has an even consistency. Then gradually stir in rice flour.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf tin and bake for 50-60 minutes, until the top is golden brown. Test the middle with a toothpick – it should come out clean (it is normal if it is moist but the batter should not stick to it).
When ready, take out of loaf tin with the baking paper and put on a cooling rack. Let cool 5-10, slice and enjoy!

Sliced banana bread loaf on a cutting board

Nourishing Almond Banana Bread Recipe