Discover our revamped version of banana bread, specifically formulated for the nutritional needs of perimenopause. Say goodbye to blood sugar spikes and post-snack fatigue! Thanks to a synergy of low glycemic index (GI) ingredients and a high content of plant-based protein, this moist cake becomes a true ally for your hormonal balance.

Why you'll love it: Buckwheat and chickpea flour provide lasting satiety, while almonds and hazelnut puree supply the healthy fatty acids essential for hormone production. Naturally gluten-free and refined sugar-free, it's the perfect snack to keep your energy levels steady throughout the day.

The key features of this recipe:

Hazelnuts & Almonds: Valuable minerals to support your metabolism.

Buckwheat & Chickpea Flour: A duo rich in fiber and protein for easy digestion.

Coconut Sugar or Yacon: For sweet pleasure without the inflammation.

Banana Bread, gluten-free, low GI and lactose-free

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Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time 45 minutes Total time 1 hr

Difficulty: Beginner Special regime:

Suitable for gluten-free and lactose-free

Cooking method: Traditional

Ingredients

Portions

• 3 ripe bananas

• 3 eggs

• 50 g coconut sugar (or Yacon sugar)

• 50g of buckwheat flour (for its slightly nutty flavor)

• 50g of chickpea flour (for its protein content)

• 100g of almond flour

• 1 sachet of baking powder (gluten-free)

• 60g of hazelnut puree (or ground hazelnuts)

• 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract

• A pinch of salt

• 50g ( of crushed hazelnuts or chocolate chips)

Preparation

1. Turn your oven on to 170°C (a slightly lower temperature helps gluten-free flours not to dry out too much).
2. Mash 2 and a half bananas into a smooth puree in a bowl.
3. Add the eggs, hazelnut puree and your sugar. Whisk well.
4. Incorporate the almond flour, buckwheat (or chickpea) flour, gluten-free yeast and salt.
5. Add the crushed hazelnuts or chocolate chips.
6. Pour into a baking tin. Decorate with the remaining half banana. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes.

Keywords: Gluten-free banana bread, low GI dessert, perimenopause, glycemic index, hormonal balance, gluten-free, healthy snack, plant-based protein.

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