Gluten-Free Banana Bread Recipe
Banana bread, but without the gluten drama. This loaf is fluffy, moist, and delicious—minus the wheat belly aftermath. No weird textures, no sad crumbles. Just pure, golden-brown perfection with a hint of cinnamon. The bananas keep it naturally sweet, while a special blend of gluten-free flour does the heavy lifting. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or proving to gluten-loving skeptics that you can bake without wheat. No artificial nonsense, no mystery ingredients—just a classic made better. Ready to make banana bread that won’t fall apart or taste like cardboard? Let’s get baking.
Gluten-Free Banana Bread Recipe
A moist, naturally sweetened, gluten-free banana bread with a fluffy texture.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs room temperature
- ⅓ cup coconut oil melted
- ¼ cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
- Mash bananas: Use a fork until smooth.
- Mix wet ingredients: Whisk bananas, eggs, coconut oil, syrup, and vanilla in a bowl.
- Combine dry ingredients: In another bowl, mix gluten-free flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Blend everything: Stir dry mixture into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Add mix-ins: Fold in walnuts or chocolate if using.
- Bake: Pour batter into the pan and bake for 50 minutes.
- Cool and serve: Let it sit for 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Slice)
- Calories: 200
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamin & Mineral Content (Per Slice)
- Vitamin E: 8%
- Magnesium: 10%
- Iron: 6%
- Potassium: 9%
- Calcium: 5%
Flavor-Boosting Tips
- Use extra-ripe bananas for a richer taste.
- Swap coconut oil for melted butter if dairy isn’t an issue.
- Sprinkle cinnamon sugar on top before baking for a caramelized crust.
- Store in an airtight container for longer freshness.
