Crazy delicious Gluten Free Banana Bread with almond and oat flour--a foolproof recipe that the Hummusapien community unanimously agrees is the best recipe they've tried (see comments)! Super moist, fluffy, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup. Packed with good for you ingredients and no gums needed! Stays moist for several days.
It's official. This here purty bread packed to the brim with banana goodness is my MOST favorite banana bread to date. Ya, we're going there.
★★★★★ 5-Star Reader Reviews
"Best GF, refined sugar free banana bread EVER!!! We’ve been GF for years and have used several different recipes for banana bread and while they were good, none compared to my grandmother’s recipe (not GF). This bread hits the mark!!! We will never try another recipe for BB as this one is the clear winner! It doesn’t taste GF at all. --Stephanie
"I’m known in the family for my amazing banana bread because I use this recipe! Kids and adults alike absolutely love it. Amazing flavor and texture." --Amylee
"I have literally made this recipe about 3 dozen times. Best healthiest banana bread EVER 🙂" --Bryan
"OMG this is literally the best BB recipe out there! I can't tell you how many I've tried and woah... this was just perfect - right amount of sweetness, so moist, and most importantly haha... deliciously chocolate-y!! We make this one on repeat and between the 2 of us it's gone in about 2 days lol. Love the magic you create girl!--Val
You know I love a quick bread recipe, and we've got no shortage of them! As much as I love me some gluten, you know gluten free recipes are legit my jam.
My Gluten Free Blueberry Banana Bread, Gluten Free Pumpkin Bread and Gluten Free Chocolate Banana Bread hold a special place in my heart.
I tested and retested this recipe a hundred times and dare I say it's perfect? Yes, yes it is. But don't take my word for it!
The low down on ingredients
- Almond flour: Super fine blanched almond flour gives this the most incredible texture. I get Kirkland brand at Costco. There's no other flour substitute here! Although almond flour is not as run of the mill as your classic all purpose counterpart, I swear it make the absolute best gluten free baked goods!
- Oat flour: A fabulous gluten free flour that has a cookie-like flavor. Choose certified gluten free if you have a gluten intolerance.
- Bananas: The riper the better. Seriously...mine were actually black. I don't recommend frozen bananas because they have lots of liquid. Don't miss all my Healthy Banana Recipes!
- Maple syrup: This is my favorite natural liquid sweetener. Honey or agave would work well, too.
- Eggs: Important for binding the bread (since there's no gluten) and for rising. You can sub flax eggs for a vegan banana bread.
- Oil: Any neutral flavored oil works here--avocado, coconut, canola, whatever. Very important for flavor, moisture and richness!
- Vanilla extract: Can't have banana bread without vanilla, no sir.
- Salt: Never underestimate to power of salt for bringing out the sweetness in baked goods.
- Chocolate chips: I know some people like their banana bread plan, but I can't be without chocolate! Chopped pecans or walnuts be be delish, too.
Let's make it! (step by step)
Place bananas in a large mixing bowl. Mash well with a fork or potato masher.
Add eggs, maple syrup, oil and vanilla and whisk until very well combined.
Add almond and oat flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt.
Mix just a until incorporated. Fold in chocolate chips.
Pour mixture into pan. Bake for 60 minutes.
Why is my banana bread gummy?
We've all been there! Be sure not to over-mix to retain a nice light texture.
Certain gluten free flours and gums can also lead to a more unpleasant gummy texture. Stick to the flours listed in this recipe versus other gluten free flours to avoid any gumminess.
Storage tips
I'd be shocked if you have any leftovers BUT if you do, you can store it on the countertop in an air-tight container for up to 3 days.
Any additional leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to a week or more and it will stay crazy moist.
To freeze, simply wrap the loaf tightly in foil then in a plastic bag with the air squeezed out. It will stay fresh for up to four months. You can thaw it on the counter when you’re ready to eat.
Nanner nanner nanner time!
Print
Legit the Best Gluten Free Banana Bread (lower sugar!)
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
Crazy delicious Gluten Free Banana Bread with almond and oat flour--a foolproof recipe that the Hummusapien community unanimously agrees is the best recipe they've tried (see comments)! Super moist, fluffy, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup. Packed with good for you ingredients and no gums needed! Stays moist for several days.
Ingredients
- 3 medium very over-ripe bananas (brown is good!)
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
- ¼ cup oil (I used avocado oil)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ¼ cups packed almond flour (163g)
- 1 ¼ cups certified GF oat flour* (124g)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ½ cup chocolate chips, plus more for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F. Spray a loaf pan with cooking spray.
- Place bananas in a large mixing bowl. Mash well with a fork or potato masher. Add eggs, maple syrup, oil and vanilla and whisk until very well combined.
- Add almond flour (make sure it's really packed in there), oat flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Use a wooden spoon to mix just until incorporated. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Pour mixture into loaf pan and top with additional chocolate chips. Bake for about 60 minutes, or until a knife comes out almost clean. I like to cover the bread loosely with foil around 40 minutes to avoid the top getting too brown. Allow bread to cool in pan for at least 30 minutes before carefully removing it and transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
TO MAKE VEGAN: Substitute the eggs for flax eggs. To make, whisk 2 tbsp ground flax with 6 tbsp warm water in a small bowl. Set aside to gel for 5 minutes.
*TO MAKE OAT FLOUR: If you don’t have store bought, make your own by grinding old fashioned oats in the blender until it resembles a very fine flour.
Doriann Calvillo says
Absolutely delicious! Easy to make, my 6 yr old grandson helped make it.
Alexis Joseph, MS, RD says
Awww I love this so much, thank you!!
Molly R says
What a wonderful recipe. It came out beautifully -- an added pecans which made it even more delicious.
Alexis Joseph, MS, RD says
Ohhh love the pecans, thanks so much Molly!
Emily says
I made this for my boyfriend’s family and they went nuts over it!! I try to be as GF as possible and this sealed the deal for me with Banana Bread! 🥰
Alexis Joseph, MS, RD says
Love this Emily! So glad it was a hit with their fam 🙂
Seana says
This was so moist and delicious. My first foray into GF baking. However, it is so delicate, it falls apart when I pick it up so I eat it with a fork. Great recipe.
Alexis Joseph, MS, RD says
What a great first recipe for GF baking! So glad you loved it, Seana 🙂
Sarah says
I added cinnamon, and chopped pecans (besides the chocolate chips) and made them as muffins (350 degrees for 24 minutes). I haven't even let them fully cool yet, but my kids are gobbling them up. They are DELICIOUS. They are by far the best banana bread recipe I've ever made, especially for being gluten free. I'm so impressed. I'll be making these many times over. (I'll probably actually make it as banana bread for upcoming holidays.).
Alexis Joseph, MS, RD says
I love it! You have to try the chocolate muffin version of this too 🙂 and in the post there are other variations of the recipe linked. https://www.hummusapien.com/nourishing-chocolate-banana-muffins/
Jen says
This was delicious. I ran out of almond flour and only had 1 cup so I used the cup I had and then 1.5 cups of oat flour instead of the 1.25 and the recipe was still perfect. I took the suggestion from another commenter as made them as muffins because I didn't want to wait an hour. I omitted the chocolate chips, added cinnamon, and to a few muffins also added walnuts as I like nuts in my banana bread. Both the nut and nut-free versions were delicious. Thank you so much!
Alexis Joseph, MS, RD says
This is the best, thanks so much Jen!!
Beth says
This is the best gluten free banana bread i have made! and i made many. I made them into muffins, baked for 25 min. Added a bit more maple syrup since i like it a bit sweet. And added cinnamon. Even my kids loved it, some are picky. Love that its healthy, and moist without being gummy. This will be my go-to banana bread recipe.
Alexis Joseph, MS, RD says
You made my day! I'm obsessed with them as muffins, too. Thanks, Beth!
Nyla says
Best nana bread!!! Heaven’s banana bread is this. So moist it’s crazy. Hubby approved too. Added a cup of sourdough starter I needed to use up and it worked great! Have made many times. Love love LOVE!
Alexis Joseph, MS, RD says
I must rename this recipe heavens banana bread! SO cool it worked with sourdough starter. Thanks so much for letting me know!
Megan T says
Outrageously good is right!! Oh my gosh - it’s amazing! So flavorful and fluffy!! Thanks for the recipe!
Alexis Joseph, MS, RD says
Ahhh yay!! So glad the title rings true, LOL. Thanks Megan!!
Amy T says
I’ve been making gluten free banana bread for 12+ years. This is the best one EVER! Added a 1/2 tsp cinnamon. This one is a keeper! 🩷
Thank you!
Alexis Joseph says
You made my day, thanks Amy!!
Trista Johnson says
My go-to banana bread recipe 🙂
Alexis Joseph says
Love it!
Stephanie says
Best GF, refined sugar free banana bread EVER!!! We’ve been GF for years and have used several different recipes for banana bread and while they were good, none compared to my grandmother’s recipe (not GF). This bread hits the mark!!! We will never try another recipe for BB as this one is the clear winner! It doesn’t taste GF at all.
Alexis Joseph says
Heck yes!! You MUST try the chocolate version...I'm obsessed. Also delish as muffins baked for 24 min!
Shelly says
Thank you for another amazing recipe! This is so good!!
Alexis Joseph says
Yayy thanks, Shelly!!
PAT says
THIS RECIPE SOUNDS GREAT . PAT
I WILL BE MAKING IT SOON. THANK YOU
IN FACT I AM GOING TO RATE IT BEFORE
I MAKE IT.
Val says
This banana bread is absolutely amazing! #1 rec - make as is and don't change a thing! 😉 No words for how incredible it is - it's super moist (but not too much so, or in a gummy kind of way!), has the perfect level of sweetness (not cloyingly sweet at all, just delightful!), and has the best balance of banana flavor and chocolate chips, with both coming through so perfectly! It keeps so well also - though it didn't last long for us LOL. Will 200% be our new repeat banana bread recipe! 🙂
On a side note, I so appreciate all of the effort that you put into creating recipes that are not only SO delicious but also so accessible to all - no matter what the dietary considerations may be. GF, DF, nut free, vegan/veg, time & budget-friendly... you've seriously got it all covered and it helps so many! I recently had to go GF (for medical reasons) and honestly, the only reason this dietary transition has felt manageable, is because of the help of your recipes! Your site is a place I know I can always come to, for tried and true recipes, that leave me feeling so happy with whatever I've made. Thank you for bringing such joy! 🙂
Liz says
Delicious. I made it without chocolate chips as a friend was making iced chocolate drinks to go with it. Great banana flavor. My guests all liked it. I would make this again.
Alexis Joseph says
Amazing, sounds delish with the drinks!!
Lola says
Thank you for this recipe! It was easy to make with pantry staples. I made it as a thank for friends and they loved it!
Alexis Joseph says
Amazing, thanks Lola! I'm thrilled to hear it.
Anne Megan says
Delicious! So moist! I made it for my year-old grandson and he inhaled it! So did I 🤪
Alexis Joseph says
Hahah isn't that the best?! Thanks, Megan!
Lorraine says
I’m so excited to try this recipe after making your vegan banana bread which was so delicious! Can I use sugar free granulated sweetener instead of the maple syrup? If yes, Should I add some more moisture to the recipe?
Alexis Joseph says
Hi! I'm so thrilled you loved that one. I haven't tried this recipe with dry sweetener so I'm not positive, but I think you will be ok just subbing it out! Check it a bit sooner to see if it's done. Enjoy!
Cat says
Hi! What would you recommend for bake time if I made this as muffins instead of a loaf? I swear this was included in this post before but maybe I’m wrong! Thanks 🙂
Alexis Joseph says
Hi! 26-28 minutes.
Val says
OMG this is literally the best BB recipe out there! I can't tell you how many I've tried and woah... this was just perfect - right amount of sweetness, so moist, and most importantly haha... deliciously chocolate-y!! We make this one on repeat and between the 2 of us it's gone in about 2 days lol. Love the magic you create girl!
Alexis Joseph says
Ahhhh you're the best and so is this bread eeeee! Love ya!!
BRYAN says
I have literally made this recipe about 3 dozen times. Best healthiest banana bread EVER 🙂 I did do a slight mod today to reduce the carbs/sugar. Removed the maple syrup and added an extra egg. Turned out just as good, although it was done at 45 minutes instead of the normal 50.
Alexis Joseph says
Yayyy this is the best comment ever! I love that you can make it without the maple syrup. Thanks for letting me know, Bryan!
Emily P says
Yum! Great gluten free banana bread.
Alexis Joseph says
Thank you so much Emily!
Amylee says
I’m known in the family for my amazing banana bread because I use this recipe! Kids and adults alike absolutely love it. Amazing flavor and texture.
Alexis Joseph says
Ok this is the best comment ever. Thank you so much!
Valerie says
Omg… so so good!!!! Made this one and the Vegan banana bread and BOTH are incredible!! Honestly will just make both on repeat.. bc why make 1 when you can make 2??? 🤣 Thank you for your recipe magic as always! ❤️ This comment was left by a close supporter of Alexis Joseph, owner operator of Hummusapien LLC
Alexis Joseph says
2 loaves is always better than 1! LOVE YA!!!
Josephine says
Incredibly delicious!
Alexis says
AMAZING, thanks for the feedback, Josephine!
Josephine says
Incredibly delicious!
Drea says
So good. I’m not gluten free and this doesn’t taste like it’s “trying to be” something like banana bread. It’s fantastic all on its own. My old recipe was great but had tons of sugar and I love that this uses maple syrup instead. My husband ate half the loaf at once. I think I’ll try making it into muffins…
Alexis says
I agree!! Thank you so much, Drea!!
Joanna says
I don’t ever review things lol - but this recipe. THIS RECIPE. Wish I had it sooner. I had 2.5 REALLY ripe bananas and the loaf still kicked butt. My new go to.
Alexis says
YESSSS thank you so much, Joanna!!
Beth Korda says
Nut allergy in the house, so I can't use almond flour. Would you suggest 100% oat flour? Sub other flour for the almond? Thanks!
Ashley Gaines says
Seriously best gluten free baking recipe I've tried (and I've tried tons)! These are so good, so moist and have just the perfect amount of natural sweetness. My boyfriend can't believe how good they are for how healthy the ingredients are! Definitely will be making over and over again in my house now. 🙂
Alexis Joseph says
You made my day, Ashley! How long did you bake the muffins for??
Agata says
Best banana bread- really! I’ve made so many different healthy banana breads and this is my favorite recipe now! Thank you. I used white chocolate chips and very ripe bananas (2 small/ medium and one large) amazing!! I will try this again with flax eggs to compare.
Trista Johnson says
I've now made this banana bread 2 weekends in a row. It's SO GOOD. I love the simple, easy ingredients. Oat + almond flour is the best for GF baked goods. I like that this bread is sweetened by extra ripe bananas and a bit of maple syrup. I added nutmeg and cinnamon + next time want to sprinkle in some walnuts!!! (not a fan of chocolate chips in banana bread). I just can't believe how EASY and DELICIOUS this bread is!!! really reminds me of my mom's growing up, which I can't have now that I can't eat gluten. This will be my go-to banana bread recipe from now on!
Alexis Joseph says
Yesss love the idea of walnuts and cinnamon! I'm so grateful for your kind review, thanks again Trista!
Alexis Joseph says
Yayyy thank you, Jan!
Smita says
So delish!! I've tried loads of banana bread and muffin recipes using almond and/or oat flour and this is the one I've been waiting for! It's got the best texture and just the right sweetness. Will try muffins next! Thanks for another goodie 🙂
Alexis Joseph says
That means SO much, Smita. Thank you tons for letting me know you love this one!
Cindy says
Can's wait to try this! Thank you so much for the measurements in weights!!! I am not too adventurous with new baking recipes that use alternate flours, ESP if there's not a weight measurement. For me, there's too much room for error. So THANK YOU new mama!!! 🙂
Alexis Joseph says
You're welcome! I totally get it--especially since the almond flour is packed, I feel like a weight is really necessary for good results! Let me know if you try it!
Dylan says
So good, and perfectly sweet!