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The Best Healthy Banana Bread (Vegan & Gluten-Free)

The Best Healthy Banana Bread (Vegan & Gluten-Free)

Indulge in The Best Healthy Banana Bread (Vegan & Gluten-Free), a delightful treat that brings together moistness and flavor in every slice. Made with ripe bananas and wholesome oat flour, this banana bread is naturally sweetened with coconut sugar and maple syrup, making it perfect for breakfast or dessert. With warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, each bite is a comforting experience that everyone will love. This easy-to-make recipe caters to dietary preferences without compromising on taste, ensuring you can enjoy a guilt-free snack any time of the day.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe bananas (1 ½ cups mashed)
  • ⅓ cup coconut sugar
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • ¼ cup non-dairy milk
  • 2 cups oat flour
  • 3 tbsp melted coconut oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • ½ tsp nutmeg
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ⅓ cup vegan chocolate chips (plus more for topping)
  • ¼ cup walnuts (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together mashed bananas, coconut sugar, maple syrup, non-dairy milk, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
  3. Add oat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and stir until just combined; fold in optional chocolate chips and walnuts.
  4. Pour the batter into the loaf pan, topping with extra chocolate chips if desired.
  5. Bake for 60–65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Allow cooling before slicing.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 65 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
  • Calories: 170
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Ensure your bananas are very ripe for optimal sweetness. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread fluffy. Customize with nuts or seeds for added texture.

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