Which matcha chocolate works best as a topping?

Our organic matcha chocolate is ideal - it brings subtle sweetness and the typical green tea taste. Simply chop or melt and pour over the cake.

Matcha Marble Banana Bread

Q: How intense does the matcha taste in banana bread?

The taste is pleasantly subtle. HEALTHBAR Matcha brings a slightly bitter note that harmonizes perfectly with the sweetness of the banana - without dominating.

Q: How do I get beautiful marbling?

Layer the dough alternately and only gently pull it through in a spiral using a wooden skewer or knife - do not stir too much, otherwise the effect will blur.

Q: How long does the banana bread last?

Well packaged, it will last for 2-3 days at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days - or freeze in portions and defrost as needed.

Banana bread reimagined – with a matcha swirl 💚🍌

Our Matcha Marble Banana Bread combines the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with a light vanilla-cinnamon note and the subtly bitter elegance of our HEALTHBAR Ceremonial Matcha. The marbled look is a real eye-catcher, while the chopped Matcha chocolate On top of that, it rounds off the whole thing in terms of taste.

This Matcha Marble Banana Bread is not only a visual highlight - it also tastes just as good. The ripe bananas bring natural sweetness and a juicy consistency, while our high-quality HEALTHBAR Matcha Brings a subtle bitterness and depth into play. The swirl effect is created by mixing two doughs: natural and matcha green.

The whole thing is refined with chopped Matcha chocolate – for extra flavor and a bit of crunch on top.

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✨ Ingredients for 1 loaf pan (approx. 10 slices)

200g light flour
2 ripe bananas
Pinch of vanilla & cinnamon
50g sugar
50g oat drink
60g light almond butter
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp baking soda (baking soda)
Pinch of salt
2-4 bamboo spoons (1-2 tsp) HEALTHBAR Matcha – to the product
Something Matcha chocolate, chopped

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🧑‍🍳 Here's how – step by step

1. Preparation Preheat oven to 190°C top/bottom heat. Line the loaf pan with baking paper or grease it.

2. Mix the dough Mash bananas with vanilla, cinnamon, oat milk and almond butter. Stir in apple cider vinegar and baking soda, then add sugar, salt and flour and stir into a smooth dough.

3. Marbling Halve the dough. One half with HEALTHBAR Matcha color. Pour both doughs alternately into the mold and marble them lightly with a knife.

4. Topping & Baking Matcha chocolate Chop and sprinkle over the dough. Bake for 45-50 minutes. Then let it cool completely and enjoy.

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💡 Tips & Tricks

For more marbling: Pour the dough in several layers and pull it through very lightly with a knife.
Optionally, you can top the finished cake with melted Matcha chocolate Decorate.
Freeze sliced & toast if necessary - great to take with you!

How intense does the matcha taste in banana bread?

The taste is pleasantly subtle. HEALTHBAR Matcha Brings a slightly tart note that harmonizes perfectly with the sweetness of the banana - without dominating.

Can I use other nut butters instead of almond butter?

Yes, cashew butter or light tahini also work well. Peanut butter adds a stronger flavor but changes the taste significantly.

How do I get beautiful marbling?

Pour in alternating layers of dough and gently pull them through in a spiral using a wooden skewer or knife - do not stir too much, otherwise the effect will blur.

How long does the banana bread last?

If packaged well, it will keep for 2-3 days at room temperature. Refrigerate for up to 5 days – or freeze in portions and thaw as needed.