Amazing Banana Fig Bread with Fresh Figs
This delicious & nutritious banana fig bread is perfect for those on a low iodine diet. It is high in fiber and potassium, and it’s free of gluten and dairy.
Looking for a delicious and nutritious recipe that fits into a low iodine diet? Look no further than this amazing Banana Fig Bread with Fresh Figs! This vegan recipe is perfect for those on a low iodine diet, as it is high in potassium and other nutrients. It is also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it perfect for those with food allergies or sensitivities. So what are you waiting for? Try this amazing Banana Fig Bread today!
The Story Behind Banana Bread
Banana bread is a type of quickbread that is made from mashed bananas. It was popularized by Mabel White, who was the wife of James Beard, one of America’s most famous chefs. White published her recipe for banana bread in her cookbook “The Boston Cooking-School Cook Book” in 1896. The recipe became very popular, and has been enjoyed by people all over the world ever since.
Brief History of Figs
The fig tree has been around for centuries, and has a rich history and lore surrounding it. Figs are believed to have originated in the Middle East, and have been grown there for over 4,000 years. They were introduced to Europe by the Arabs in the 10th century, and quickly became a popular fruit. Figs are also thought to have been one of the first fruits to be cultivated in the United States.
Figs are a good source of fiber, potassium, and magnesium.
Fiber helps keep you regular and can lower your risk of heart disease and other chronic conditions.
Potassium is important for maintaining blood pressure and preventing muscle cramps.
Magnesium is essential for energy production, nerve function, and bone health.
The Recipe
Ready in
1 h 10 m
Prep
10 m
Cook
1 h
Ingredients
Flax Eggs
- 2 Tbsp Flax meal
- 6 Tbsp Water
Fig Bread
- ½ cup Maple syrup
- ¼ cup Olive oil
- 3 ripe Bananas, mashed
- 1–½ cup Fresh Figs, stems removed & chopped into pieces
- 1 tsp Cinnamon
- 2 cups All purpose flour
- 2 tsp Baking powder
- ¼ tsp Kosher salt, or non-iodized table salt *
- ¾ cup Walnuts, crumbled
- Extra Figs for topping
* Use kosher options.
Serves about 10.
Instructions
Preparation
Flax Eggs
Mix flax meal with water and let it sit for 5 minutes.
Fig Bread
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a 8×4 inch loaf pan with parchment.
- In a large bowl, combine flax eggs with maple syrup and olive oil until smooth.
- Add in mashed banana, chopped figs and cinnamon.
- Add in flour, baking powder and non-iodized salt. Don’t over mix.
- Fold in walnuts and pour the batter in the prepared pan.
- Slice 1 or 2 figs and place them on the top. Gently press them down with your fingers.
- Bake for 1 hour or until an inserted skewer comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes. Then remove from the pan and let it cool completely before serving.
Yields approximately 10 servings.
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