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Gluten-Free Banana Bread

Deliciously Moist Gluten-Free Banana Bread You’ll Love

This Gluten-Free Banana Bread is a moist and flavorful treat perfect for breakfast or brunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups Ripe Bananas Use very ripe bananas for optimal natural sweetness and moisture.
  • 1 cup Sugar Regular sugar or coconut sugar for a lower glycemic index.
  • 2 Eggs Acts as a binding agent.
  • 1/2 cup Vegetable Oil Adds moisture; can swap for melted coconut oil.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional but enhances flavor.
  • 2 cups Gluten-Free Flour Blend Ensure it contains xanthan gum for ideal texture.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Ensure it's gluten-free.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/2 cup Nuts Chopped walnuts or pecans for added crunch.
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips Semi-sweet or dark chocolate, optional.
  • 1/2 cup Dried Fruit Cranberries or raisins for a fruity twist.

Equipment

  • Loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a standard loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth yet chunky.
  3. Whisk together sugar, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract into the mashed bananas.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the gluten-free flour blend, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  6. Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and sprinkle with optional add-ins.
  7. Bake for approximately 50-60 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with your choice of add-ins for more flavor and texture.

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