{"id":708,"date":"2017-07-05T08:00:10","date_gmt":"2017-07-05T12:00:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/frommybowl.com\/?p=708"},"modified":"2023-01-08T15:52:39","modified_gmt":"2023-01-08T20:52:39","slug":"fluffy-banana-bread","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/frommybowl.com\/fluffy-banana-bread\/","title":{"rendered":"Healthy Vegan Banana Bread | Gluten-Free"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

This Vegan Banana Bread is fluffy, soft, and bakes up into an absolutely delicious treat. Plus, it’s actually healthy — you only need 9 whole food plant-based ingredients to make it! Gluten-Free, Refined-Sugar Free, Oil-Free, Nut-Free Option.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This Vegan Banana Bread<\/strong> really does check all the marks for a delicious loaf. It’s light, fluffy, perfectly sweet, has a tender crumb and makes for a good breakfast, snack, and dessert. What’s not to love?<\/p>\n\n\n

Table of Contents<\/span><\/summary>
A Loaf That’s Good and Good For You<\/a><\/li>
What You Need for Vegan Banana Bread<\/a><\/li>
How to Make Vegan & Gluten-Free Banana Bread<\/a><\/li>
Serving Suggestions<\/a><\/li>
How to Store Vegan Banana Bread<\/a><\/li>
Substitutions and Variations<\/a><\/li>
Recipe FAQs<\/a><\/li>
Fluffy Vegan Banana Bread Recipe<\/a><\/li><\/ol><\/details>\n\n\n
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A Loaf That’s Good and Good For You<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
I have always had a love for banana bread (who hasn’t!?). However, when I adopted a plant-based diet in 2015, I did have one small problem – Vegan Banana Bread always seemed to fall flat. There are a plethora of vegan recipes out there, but none of them have ever seemed to knock my socks off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Luckily, after months (and yes, I really do mean months) of testing, I think I’ve finally done it! This banana bread is tall, fluffy, not gummy whatsoever, and made from healthy, good-for-you ingredients!<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n
What You Need for Vegan Banana Bread<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
In addition to ripe, spotty bananas, you’ll need just 8 other ingredients. Let’s go over what each ingredient is doing here: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Rolled oats: <\/strong>We’re using a combination of both rolled oats and oat flour to make the perfect textured gluten-free, vegan banana bread.<\/li>
Coconut sugar: <\/strong>One of my favorite go-to ingredients to add sweetness, yet keep a recipe refined sugar-free. As a bonus, it is always vegan! <\/li>
Ground flax: <\/strong>The binder that holds this loaf together and gives it structure. <\/li>
Nut butter: <\/strong>In the spirit of keeping this recipe good for you, I’ve used nut butter in place of refined oil. Don’t worry, it still bakes up soft and fluffy. <\/li>
Baking powder + Baking soda: <\/strong>Essential to giving this banana bread a lift in the oven and keeping it from falling flat. <\/li>
Apple cider vinegar: <\/strong>Activates the baking soda and helps the loaf brown beautifully.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
How to Make Vegan & Gluten-Free Banana Bread<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Blend <\/strong>the rolled oats using a food processor or blender until a fine flour. <\/li>
In a medium sized bowl, mix <\/strong>the oat flour, baking powder, baking soda, remaining rolled oats, and salt until combined. <\/li>
Mash <\/strong>the bananas in a separate large bowl until even and runny in texture. Add <\/strong>the nut butter, sugar, apple cider vinegar, vanilla, and flax egg. Mix <\/strong>to combine. <\/li>
Slowly add <\/strong>the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Stir <\/strong>to combine until all clumps have dissolved. Fold <\/strong>in chocolate chips or nuts, if using. <\/li>
Pour <\/strong>the banana bread batter into the bread pan and spread <\/strong>smooth using a spatula. <\/li>
Bake <\/strong>for 60 to 70 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.<\/li>
Cool <\/strong>for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer <\/strong>the loaf to a cooling rack to cool completely. <\/li>
Slice <\/strong>and serve <\/strong>at room temperature with nut butter or vegan butter.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n
Caitlin’s Cooking Tips<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Use overripe bananas. <\/strong>As bananas ripen, the starches in the fruit break down and increases the overall sweetness. For best, sweet vegan banana bread, use ripe, spotty bananas! <\/li>
Check your baking powder’s expiration date. <\/strong>Baking powder’s leavening powers greatly diminish after the container has been open for a few months. If you’ve had the same tin of baking powder for over 4-6 months, it is best to discard and purchase a new one.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Serving Suggestions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Like my favorite vegan muffins, my favorite way to enjoy a slice of banana bread is with a spread of nut butter or soft vegan butter. It makes the perfect snack or easy vegan breakfast. Serve alongside a drink like my Beet Latte<\/a> or Iced Chamomile Matcha Latte<\/a> for the ultimate bakery-inspired experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you’re looking for more Vegan Bread Recipes, you’ll also love this Vegan Zucchini Bread<\/a>, Vegan Pumpkin Bread<\/a>, Sweet Potato Bread<\/a> and this Cranberry Orange Bread<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you’re looking for more Vegan Bread Recipes, you’ll also love this Vegan Zucchini Bread<\/a>, Vegan Pumpkin Bread<\/a>, Sweet Potato Bread<\/a> and this Cranberry Orange Bread<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to Store Vegan Banana Bread<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
As with most of my quick breads and loaves, this vegan banana bread keeps best at room temperature covered with a loose fitting lid. Individual slices of banana bread will also freeze well for up to 2 months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
For best results, wrap individual slices of banana bread in plastic wrap to help prevent sticking and freezer burn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Thaw frozen banana bread slices at room temperature until soft again, then heat as desired. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Substitutions and Variations<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Coconut sugar substitution: <\/strong>Use light brown sugar or dark brown sugar. Dark brown sugar has a higher moisture content and will make the banana bread slightly more moist. <\/li>
Oat flour substitutions? <\/strong>As I have tested this recipe multiple times to ensure it’s deliciousness, I would strongly advise no flour substitutions. If you do decide to live life on the edge and experiment (and it works for you), please let me know in the comments below and I can update the recipe notes.<\/li>
Nut butter options: <\/strong>Any nut or seed butter will work, but I’d recommend using a neutral nut butter for the best flavor. A strong tasting nut butter such as peanut butter will greatly change the flavor. Some readers have also shared success replacing the nut butter with oil.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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Recipe FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
What can I replace eggs with in banana bread?<\/strong><\/strong>
This egg-free banana bread uses ground flaxseed as an egg replacer.<\/p> <\/div>
Are oats gluten-free?<\/strong><\/strong>
Oats in and of themselves are gluten-free, but they are often grown near wheat and can be cross contaminated. If you cannot tolerate gluten, make sure to use certified gluten-free oats.<\/p> <\/div>
I don’t have a blender. Can I buy oat flour?<\/strong><\/strong>
Yes! A few brands such as Bob’s Red Mill and Arrowhead Mills sell a pre-made oat flour for purchase.<\/p> <\/div>
Is banana bread supposed to be moist?<\/strong><\/strong>
Absolutely. The best loaves of banana bread should be moist, but not wet. If you were to insert a toothpick into the center of the loaf it should come out fairly clean, with just a few crumbs.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n
Enjoy! If you make this recipe and decide to share it on<\/em> <\/em>Facebook<\/em><\/strong><\/a> or<\/em> <\/em>Instagram<\/em><\/strong><\/a>, don’t forget to tag me<\/em> <\/em>@FromMyBowl<\/em><\/strong><\/a> + #FromMyBowl! I would also love it if you could leave a comment below with a recipe rating! Thank you for the support 😊<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n
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