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banana bread recipe gluten free

lilya Miller
Moist, soft, and full of real banana flavor, this gluten-free banana bread is made in one bowl—no mixer needed. It’s beginner-friendly and tastes just like the classic version.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course bread
Cuisine American
Servings 8 slices
Calories 261 kcal

Ingredients
  

Base

  • 1 cup mashed very ripe bananas (2 to 3 bananas)
  • 0.75 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.33 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt

Dry Ingredients

  • 1.5 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour with xanthan gum
  • 0.25 teaspoon xanthan gum optional if flour blend already includes it
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 4x8 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  • Mash the bananas in a large mixing bowl with a fork until smooth and slightly liquidy.
  • Add baking soda to the mashed bananas, stir, and let sit for 2–3 minutes to activate.
  • Mix in the melted butter until smooth and combined.
  • Add sugar, salt, beaten eggs, and vanilla extract. Stir until the mixture is evenly combined.
  • Fold in the gluten-free flour. Add xanthan gum if your blend doesn't include it. Stir gently until just combined—do not overmix.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  • Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with a few crumbs.
  • Let the bread cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Recipe adapted from simply recipes
Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Avoid overmixing to keep the crumb tender. Let the bread cool completely before slicing for best results.
Try add-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, blueberries, or coconut flakes to customize your loaf.
This recipe freezes wellwrap individual slices for easy grab-and-go snacks later!

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 261 kcal  
  • Carbohydrates: 42g  
  • Protein: 4g  
  • Fat: 10g  
    • Saturated Fat: 5g  
    • Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g  
    • Monounsaturated Fat: 3g  
    • Trans Fat: 0.3g  
  • Cholesterol: 67mg  
  • Sodium: 164mg  
  • Potassium: 127mg  
  • Fiber: 3g  
  • Sugar: 23g  
  • Vitamin A: 323 IU  
  • Vitamin C: 3mg  
  • Calcium: 26mg  
Keyword Easy Banana Bread, Gluten-Free Banana Bread, Moist Banana Bread, No Mixer Banana Bread