Gluten-free banana bread that is perfectly moist, with just the right amount of spice, and also dairy-free! Vegan option!
This healthy banana bread is so easy with lots of banana flavor!
Everyone needs a go-to banana bread recipe in their lives and this gluten-free version is a favorite in my family!
How to make gluten-free banana bread:
Step 1: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Step 2: Line a 9 x 5 loaf pan with parchment paper or grease well.
Step 3: Gather and measure the ingredients.
Step 4: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the dry ingredients and whisk to combine. (Gluten-free flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt).
Step 5: Mash the bananas into a puree and scoop into a larger mixing bowl.
Step 6: To the mashed bananas, add the wet ingredients. (eggs, honey or maple syrup, 5 Tablespoons oil).
Step 7: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix well.
Step 8: If adding pecans, walnuts, chocolate chips, add them now, and stir well.
Step 9: Scoop the banana bread batter into the loaf pan. Smooth the top with a spoon. Add a few more nuts and chocolate chips if desired.
Step 10: Bake in the oven 50-60 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
Other banana recipes you might like to try:
- Coconut Flour Banana Bread
- Banana Bread with Streusel Topping
- Chocolate Banana Ice Cream
- Chocolate Banana Smoothie
Baking Tips:
- Try to start with all the ingredients at room temperature.
- Use very ripe bananas for the best results.
- Use Bob's Red Mills Egg Substitute to make vegan. The texture won't be exactly the same, but very tasty.
- This recipe makes 3 mini-loaves or one regular loaf.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a few days or the freezer for up to a month.
- Coconut oil or oil of choice works well in this recipe, but can also substitute butter, although it would not be dairy-free.
Easy gluten-free banana bread recipe! Dairy-free and delicious!
- 1 3/4 cups mashed bananas (approximately 4-5 bananas)
- 1/2 cup honey (can sub maple syrup)
- 2 eggs (large eggs)
- 5 Tablespoons oil (I used coconut oil, but can sub another type of oil).
- 2 cups gluten-free flour (I use Bob's Red Mills 1:1 GF Flour).(Other gluten-free flours may work as well).
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup pecans, walnuts or chocolate chips (Optional, can leave out).
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9 x 5 loaf pan by using a spray oil or line with parchment paper.
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Gather and measure the ingredients.
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Mash the bananas into a puree and scoop into a medium-sized mixing bowl.
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In another mixing bowl, add the dry ingredients (flour, baking soda, cinnamon, salt) and whisk to combine.
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To the mashed bananas, add the wet ingredients and whisk together. (oil, eggs, vanilla)
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Pour the wet ingredients into the mixing bowl with the dry ingredients and stir to combine.
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Add the chopped pecans, walnuts or chocolate chips if using.
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Pour mix into prepared loaf pan and optional: sprinkle the top with some of the nuts or chocolate chips if desired.
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Place in preheated oven and bake for 50-60 or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
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Store in an airtight container for up to several days. Freeze for up to a month. Great toasted with some jam.
Baking Tips:
- Try to start with all the ingredients at room temperature.
- Use very ripe bananas for the best results.
- Use Bob's Red Mills Egg Substitute to make vegan. The texture won't be exactly the same, but very tasty.
- This recipe makes 3 mini-loaves or one regular loaf.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a few days or the freezer for up to a month.
- Coconut oil or oil of choice works well in this recipe, but can also substitute butter, although it would not be dairy-free.
This recipe was originally posted on September 4, 2013 and was updated with a new recipe and directions in August 2020.
veganmiam.com says
These fresh fruits from the North Fork Stand look so colorful and vibrant! Banana bread is my favorite breakfast/dessert (I call it both), it's so good with Earth Balance soy-free butter. I hope the weather will stay sunny in Mass. for you! 🙂 🙂
admin says
Thank you! I have Earth Balance, but will have to try the soy-free version. I hope you are having fun in your travels!