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Gluten Free Banana Bread (Moist & Easy): Fall’s Coziest Recipe

Matteo
This moist, fluffy, and naturally dairy-free gluten-free banana bread brings all the comfort of classic baking, without the gluten. Sweetened with maple syrup and brown sugar, it’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or cozy fall moments.
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Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine Italian-American
Calories 210 kcal

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • wire rack
  • Toothpick (for doneness check)

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ¾ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (with xanthan gum)
  • ¾ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon (optional)
  • 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup brown sugar (or coconut sugar)
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • ⅓ cup neutral oil (like avocado or light olive oil)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
  • ½ cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
  • rolled oats for topping (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  • In another bowl, mash the bananas. Add eggs, brown sugar, maple syrup, oil, and vanilla. Whisk until well combined.
  • Pour wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips or nuts, if using.
  • Pour the batter into the loaf pan. Smooth the top and sprinkle oats or nuts if desired. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Use very ripe bananas (with black spots) for best sweetness and texture. Be sure not to overmix the batter, as gluten-free flour can become gummy. Let the loaf cool fully before slicing. Add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts make great texture and flavor additions. Sprinkle rolled oats or a streusel on top before baking for extra crunch.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5.5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 240mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 75IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg
Keyword dairy free banana loaf, easy banana bread, gluten-free banana bread, moist gluten free bread
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