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Bean Bread

May 02, 2026

Bean Bread
Servings

10–12 slices (easily doubled for a crowd)

Total Time

40–45 minutes

Why This Recipe Works for a Crowd

Made with pantry staples (budget-friendly 🙌)
Easy to double or triple
Adds hidden protein from beans
Can be sliced small to stretch further
Kid-friendly and crowd-approved

Ingredients

1 can (15 oz) white beans, rinsed and drained
½ cup sugar
1 cup plant-based milk (can use 1/2 cup milk and 1/2 cup water if needed)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
1 1/2 cups flour (adjust as needed)

Add-Ins

¼–½ cup chocolate chips

Optional Topping

Cinnamon + sugar

Instructions

Preheat oven
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease or line a loaf pan.

Blend base
Add beans, sugar, plant-based milk, and vanilla to a blender.

Blend until completely smooth.

Add dry ingredients
Add baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and 1 cup flour. Blend again.

Adjust texture
Add more flour and water as needed until the batter resembles banana bread batter—thick but pourable.

Add chocolate chips
Stir in chocolate chips.

Bake
Pour into pan and sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top if desired.

Bake for 30–35 minutes until set.

Cool and slice
Let cool completely before slicing.

Serving for a Crowd

Slice into small squares or thin slices to serve more people
Serve on a platter for easy grab-and-go
Pair with fruit or a smoothie for a simple spread
Double the recipe and bake in a 9x13 pan for larger groups

Tips

Make ahead—it stores well for 2–3 days
Freezes great if prepping in advance
No one will know it’s made with beans

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