Steamed Banana & Date Pudding with Coconut Sauce

Ingredients

• 3 medium ripe bananas
• 1 cup dates
• 1 cup almond flour
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon coconut sugar
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 tablespoon shredded coconut
• 2 cups water

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the dates by pitting and chopping them into small pieces. Set aside.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.

3. 3

   Add the chopped dates, almond flour, baking powder, vanilla extract, coconut sugar, and a pinch of salt to the mashed bananas. Mix well until fully combined.

4. 4

   Gradually stir in the coconut milk until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

5. 5

   Prepare a steaming setup by filling a large pot with 2 cups of water and bringing it to a boil. Place a steamer basket or a heatproof dish inside the pot, ensuring it doesn't touch the water.

6. 6

   Pour the banana and date mixture into a greased heatproof dish or individual ramekins, filling them about 2/3 full.

7. 7

   Cover the dish or ramekins with aluminum foil to prevent water from dripping onto the pudding.

8. 8

   Carefully place the dish or ramekins in the steamer basket. Cover the pot with a lid and steam for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

9. 9

   While the pudding is steaming, prepare the coconut sauce by combining 1 cup of coconut milk and 1 tablespoon of shredded coconut in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir and simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.

10. 10

    Once the pudding is done, remove it from the steamer and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

11. 11

    Serve the warm banana and date pudding drizzled with the coconut sauce. Enjoy your comforting vegan dessert!