What are the best types of bananas to use?

The bananas need to be overripen. They need to be mostly or fully browned.

Can I make this dairy free?

Yes, just use a dairy free milk in place of the milk. Use a vegan butter or coconut oil in place of the butter.

Can I use any gluten free flour blend?

Yes, but a high quality 1:1 blend with xanthan gum produces the best texture. Avoid single flours like almond or coconut since this recipe wasn't developed using those flours.

The Best Moist Banana Bread (Naturally Gluten Free)

Description

This Banana Bread is unbelievably moist, tender and bursting with so much banana flavor. It's cozy, foolproof and takes your overripe bananas from "almost tossed" to the best decision you made all week. You won't even know it's gluten free.

Ingredients

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2/3 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 eggs, beaten
1 tbsp milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
3 medium size overripe bananas, mashed
2 cups gluten free 1:1 flour with xanthan gum
1 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
In a bowl, combine the sugar and butter and using a hand mixer, mix until light and fluffy.
Add in the eggs, salt, milk and vanilla, then mix on low speed.
Add the mashed bananas, baking soda and flour but mix with a wooden spoon until just incorporated.
Pour batter into greased bread pan then bake for 1 hour in a 350 F degree oven.
Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

Use a high quality gluten free 1:1 flour blend with xanthan gum like Bob Red Mills.
This recipe is best using 3 medium size overripen bananas.
Place bread in center of oven for baking.
Let cool at least 1 hour before cutting.
Variations: Chocolate chip banana bread, Banana Nut Bread, Cinnamon Crumble Banana Bread, Peanut Butter Swirl and Blueberry Banana Bread.
Storage: Wrap bread in a paper towel then place in an airtight container on countertop for 2 days. For longer storage, wrap and place in airtight container in fridge for up to 5 days.
Freezing: Wrap individual slices or whole loaf in plastic wrap then place in a freezer safe bag for up to 3 months.
Reheating: Place whole loaf in 325 F oven for 12-18 minutes wrapped in foil. For individual slices, place in 300 F oven for 6-8 minutes wrapped loosely. See instructions in the post for more options on reheating.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Baking
Method: Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1
Calories: 285 kcal
Sugar: 17.8g
Sodium: 200.6mg
Fat: 10.3g
Saturated Fat: 6.1g
Carbohydrates: 45.6g
Fiber: 1.7g
Protein: 3.4g
Cholesterol: 61.6mg