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Gluten-Free Banana Bread

Irresistibly Moist Gluten-Free Banana Bread for Every Craving

This Gluten-Free Banana Bread is irresistibly moist and satisfying, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 3 medium Ripe Bananas The riper, the better!
  • 2 cups Gluten-Free Flour Blend Can experiment with almond or coconut flour.
  • 1 cup Sugar Use coconut sugar or honey for a healthier option.
  • 2 large Eggs Applesauce can be used for a vegan alternative.
  • 1/3 cup Vegetable Oil Melted coconut oil or unsweetened applesauce can be substituted.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Almond extract can be an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's gluten-free.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips For sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Nuts Walnuts or pecans work well.
  • 1/2 cup Dried Fruits Cranberries or raisins for a fruity surprise.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your loaf pan.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until mostly smooth with some chunks for texture.
  3. Add sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and whisk until creamy.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour blend, baking powder, and salt. Fold into the wet ingredients.
  5. Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and sprinkle with optional add-ins if desired.
  6. Bake for 50-60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and moisture. Avoid overmixing to maintain a light texture.

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