Spelt and honey banana bread with dates and walnuts

Method

• 1
  Preheat oven to 180°C. Grease and line the base and sides of two 8 x 20cm loaf pans.
• 2
  Combine the spelt flours, sugar, baking powder, bicarbonate of soda and cinnamon in a large bowl. Add the walnuts and dates and stir to combine.
• 3
  Combine the banana, oil, eggs and honey in a small bowl. Add to the flour mixture and stir with a wooden spoon until just combined. Pour into the prepared pans and smooth the surface. Bake in preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until a skewer inserted in the centre comes out clean. Remove from oven.
• 4
  Transfer the loaves to a wire rack and set aside to cool. Use a large serrated knife to cut into slices. Serve the banana bread warm, at room temperature or toasted with butter, if desired.