Description
A naturally gluten-free banana bread recipe using almond flour for a moist, tender crumb and rich flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium -large bananas, mashed
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (or maple syrup, coconut sugar, or sugar-free sweetener)
- 2 large eggs (use flax eggs for vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups superfine blanched almond flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Spray a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan with gluten-free cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Add the baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Mix until fully combined.
- Add the eggs, pure vanilla extract, and your chosen sweetener to the banana mixture. Mix until fully combined.
- Add the almond flour to the banana mixture. Mix until fully combined.
- Scoop the thick batter into the greased loaf pan. Smooth the top of the batter with a spatula or the back of a spoon.
- Bake on the center rack for 50 minutes. Watch your oven, as baking times vary.
- Allow the bread to cool before slicing and serving.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container. The cooled loaf can be wrapped in foil or plastic wrap and frozen for up to 3 months.
Notes
- Almond flour provides a tender, moist crumb and a subtle nuttiness that pairs well with ripe bananas.
- This loaf slices well and works for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 50 min
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 18
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 16
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 7
- Cholesterol: 50
Keywords: Almond Flour Banana Bread, Gluten Free Baking, Carb Free Recipes, Gluten Free Meals, Banana Bread, Almond Flour Recipe, Gluten Free Snacks