Description
A delicious and moist gluten-free banana bread recipe that reveals three secrets to achieving the perfect texture and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted coconut oil
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas and melted coconut oil.
- Add honey (or maple syrup), eggs, and vanilla extract to the banana mixture and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- If using, fold in the chopped walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For best results, use very ripe bananas.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- This banana bread can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg