Vegan Rum Raisin Banana Bread

This delightful twist on a classic favorite combines ripe bananas with plump, rum-soaked raisins for a rich and flavorful treat. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy afternoon snack, this moist and aromatic bread is sure to satisfy your sweet cravings. 

Ingredients:

  • 100g raisins
  • 60ml dark rum
  • 3 ripe bananas
  • 75g vegan butter, melted
  • 100g brown sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 225g plain flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Method:

  1. Soak raisins in rum for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a loaf tin with parchment paper.
  3. Mash bananas in a large bowl.
  4. Add melted butter, sugar, and vanilla to the bananas. Mix well.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  6. Gradually add dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined.
  7. Fold in the rum-soaked raisins.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared loaf tin.
  9. Bake for 50-60 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

This Rum Raisin Banana Bread is a delightful twist on the classic recipe. The rum-soaked raisins add a rich, boozy flavor that perfectly complements the sweet bananas. Don’t hesitate to try this recipe – it’s sure to become a new favorite for breakfast or as a tasty snack!