🍌 Moist & Easy Gluten-Free Banana Bread (One Bowl Recipe)
This moist and easy gluten-free banana bread is made with ripe bananas, gluten-free flour, and no refined sugar. One bowl, no mixer—perfect for breakfast or snacks!
Looking for a gluten-free banana bread recipe that’s moist, flavorful, and so easy anyone can bake it? This one-bowl recipe is made with wholesome ingredients, no refined sugar, and zero gluten—perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert!
Whether you follow a gluten-free diet, bake for someone with celiac disease, or simply love banana bread, this gluten-free banana loaf will win over everyone.
⭐ Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- ✅ Completely gluten-free (and easily dairy-free!)
- 🥣 Made in one bowl—easy cleanup
- 🍌 Deliciously moist thanks to ripe bananas
- 💡 Customizable with chocolate chips, nuts, or cinnamon
- 👩👧👦 Kid-approved and freezer-friendly
🛒 Ingredients
- 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup melted coconut oil (or butter)
- ¼ cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour blend (with xanthan gum)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or dark chocolate chips (optional)
👩🍳 How to Make Gluten-Free Banana Bread
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Preheat the Oven
Preheat to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper. -
Mash the Bananas
In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. -
Mix Wet Ingredients
Add eggs, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla. Whisk until well combined. -
Add Dry Ingredients
Stir in gluten-free flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Fold in nuts or chocolate chips if using. -
Pour into Pan & Bake
Pour the batter into the loaf pan. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. -
Cool & Slice
Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool fully before slicing.
✅ Tips for the Best Gluten-Free Banana Bread
- Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for the best flavor
- Don’t overmix – stir until just combined
- Let the bread cool completely before slicing to avoid crumbling
- Store in an airtight container at room temp for 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days
🧊 Storage & Freezing
- To store: Wrap cooled loaf in plastic wrap or foil. Keeps for 3–5 days in the fridge.
- To freeze: Slice and freeze in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Toast or microwave to reheat.
🍫 Optional Mix-Ins
- 🍫 Dark chocolate chips
- 🥥 Unsweetened shredded coconut
- 🍓 Diced strawberries or blueberries
- 🥜 Peanut butter swirl
- 🌰 Pecans, almonds, or hazelnuts
🔍 FAQ – Gluten-Free Banana Bread
Q: What’s the best gluten-free flour to use?
A 1:1 gluten-free all-purpose blend with xanthan gum works best (e.g. Bob’s Red Mill, King Arthur).
Q: Can I make it vegan?
Yes! Use flax eggs (2 tbsp ground flax + 5 tbsp water) and maple syrup for a vegan version.
Q: Why did my loaf sink?
Overmixing or underbaking can cause sinking. Make sure your oven is fully preheated.
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