Hot Cross Bun Banana Bread
A unique taste on the classic, this is Hot Cross Bun Banana Bread.
Warm, spiced, and naturally sweet, this Hot Cross Bun Banana Bread is a comforting twist on a classic loaf. Ripe bananas and mashed plums create a soft, moist texture, while cinnamon and nutmeg bring those familiar hot cross bun flavours through in every slice.
Perfect for tea time, breakfast, or a cosy weekend bake.
Ingredients
- 2 medium ripe bananas, mashed
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup mashed plums
- ⅓ cup coconut sugar
- 1⅔ cups spelt flour
- 1–2 scoops protein powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- Dash of cinnamon
- Dash of nutmeg
Method:
- Prepare the Wet Ingredients: In a bowl, mash the bananas. Add the milk, coconut oil, vanilla extract, coconut sugar, and mashed plums. Mix until well combined.
- Add the Dry Ingredients: Fold in the spelt flour, protein powder, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Mix until just combined.
- Bake the Loaf: Pour the batter into a greased or parchment-lined loaf tin. Bake at 180°C for 30–40 minutes, or until golden and cooked through.
- Cool & Serve: Allow the loaf to cool before slicing. Serve with granola crumbs and a drizzle of icing sugar frosting if desired.
Why You’ll Love It
This Hot Cross Bun Banana Bread is soft, gently spiced, and easy to make. The combination of banana and plum keeps it moist, while the warm spices give it a nostalgic, seasonal feel.
