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Slow Cooker Banana Bread

Modified: Oct 23, 2022 · Published: May 1, 2019 by Melissa

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There's no need to turn on the oven for banana bread, try this Slow Cooker Banana Bread instead. It's vegan, whole wheat, oil free and most importantly delicious!

Slow Cooker Banana Bread Temperatures are warming up and that means the oven is getting a lot less use these days. But, what happens when you have over ripe bananas and a request for banana bread? You make this Slow Cooker Banana Bread, of course. 

Slow Cooker Banana BreadCrazy, right? Bread made in a slow cooker, but it totally works. Causally perusing Pinterest one day, I saw a yeasted bread made in a slow cooker and thought what an interesting idea. So, with overly ripe bananas on hand and a request  from the kiddos for banana bread, I gave it a try. And friends, it really does work!

Slow Cooker Banana Bread I started with my usual banana bread recipe, but made a few modifications. I've been cooking with less oil overall in our diets and since yogurt works well in its place for baked goods, that was the first change I made. The yogurt and bananas keep the loaf moist and flavorful without any added oil. And for extra flavor, there's a bit of cinnamon and for crunch, walnuts. The nuts are optional here, though so feel free to leave them out.

I should also point out, this is not an overly sweet loaf. Most of the sweetness comes from the bananas themselves and just a bit of coconut sugar. Although my youngest calls it cake, it most definitely isn't cake. Make sure the bananas used are very ripe, as in lots of brown spots, and you may want to add a bit more sugar, if you prefer something a bit sweeter.

Slow Cooker Banana BreadI don't have a fancy programmable slow cooker, just a very basic 6 quart oval one, pictured above. If you have a different shape or larger capacity, you may need to adjust the cook time. Our loaf was ready after 1 hour and 45 mins, but your time may vary as every model is different. The best thing to do is keep an eye on the loaf and check for doneness using a screwer after the first hour and a half, until you figure out the best time for your particular cooker.

More banana bread recipes to try:

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Gluten Free Mini Banana Muffins

Slow Cooker Banana BreadIf you try this recipe, let me know how it turns out! Leave a comment below or snap a pic and tag it @weelittlevegans on Instagram so I’ll be sure to see it!

Recipe

Slow Cooker Banana Bread

Melissa
3 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 2 hours hrs
Total Time 2 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
Course Snack
Servings 9 slices

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup non dairy milk I use almond.
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 3 very ripe bananas, mashed
  • ¾ cup non dairy yogurt, plain and unsweetened I use Kite Hill.
  • ¼ cup coconut sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 ½ cup white whole wheat flour
  • 3 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts, optional

Instructions
 

  • Line slow cooker with parchment paper and turn on to high heat to warm up while you prepare batter. 
  • Combine non dairy milk and apple cider vinegar. Set aside. 
  • In a large bowl combine flour, baking powder, salt and cinnamon, whisking to thoroughly combine. 
  • Add mashed bananas, yogurt, sugar and vanilla to milk mixture and stir to combine. 
  • Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir just to combine. 
  • Add walnuts and fold into batter, if using. 
  • Carefully transfer batter to warmed slow cooker and spread in an even layer using a spatula. Cover and cook for 1 hr 45 mins to 2 hours. Time will vary based on your particular slow cooker. Use a skewer to check for doneness by inserting in middle of loaf. It will come out clean or with only a crumb or two when the loaf is ready. The loaf will also be lightly browned. 
  • When loaf is ready, turn off slow cooker and allow to cool a few minutes before carefully lifting it out using the parchment paper. Transfer the loaf to a wire rack for cooling. Cool completely before slicing. 
  • Store in air tight container for 2-3 days. 

 

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Comments

  1. Tracy says

    May 06, 2021 at 12:06 am

    3 stars
    Mine is kinda soggy - followed everything it’s tasty though - maybe once it cools it will crumb up.

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      May 10, 2021 at 9:50 pm

      It may have needed to cook a bit longer and should be cooled completely before slicing.

      Reply

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Hi, I'm Melissa!

Longtime vegan and mom of four little vegans. I share simple recipes our family loves and my tips for raising healthy, happy vegan kids.

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