Gluten Free Banana Nut Bread Recipe

Name: Gluten Free Banana Nut Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups blanched almond flour; 3/4 cup cornstarch or arrowroot flour; 1 teaspoon xanthan gum; 3/4 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 cup chopped walnuts; 1/2 cup chocolate chips dairy free, optional; 1 cup bananas ripe, mashed, about 3 small/medium bananas; 1/2 cup Earth Balance vegan butter, melted and cooled; 2 eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups blanched almond flour
3/4 cup cornstarch or arrowroot flour
1 teaspoon xanthan gum
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup chocolate chips dairy free, optional
1 cup bananas ripe, mashed, about 3 small/medium bananas
1/2 cup Earth Balance vegan butter, melted and cooled
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Place the chopped walnuts on a baking sheet and bake 5-8 minutes.
3
Melt your butter and set aside to cool.
4
In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, cornstarch, xanthan gum, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
5
In a medium-sized bowl, mash the bananas. Measure it out to make sure it's 1 C. Stir in the eggs, butter, and vanilla.
6
Add the wet ingredients to the dry and stir until just combined.
7
Fold in the walnuts. You could also fold in 1/2 C of dairy free chocolate chips if desired.
8
Spray a 9 x 5 inch bread pan with cooking spray and dust with cornstarch.
9
Pour in the batter and bake 55-65 minutes. After 30 minutes (or whenever the top browns) cover with tin foil to prevent the top from burning. The bread is done baking when a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
10
Let cool completely on a cooling rack then cut slices with a serrated knife.

1401

kcal

Calories

Fat

112

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups blanched almond flour, 3/4 cup cornstarch or arrowroot flour, 1 teaspoon xanthan gum, 3/4 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Gluten Free Banana Nut Bread falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Gluten Free Banana Nut Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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