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Moist Gluten-Free Banana Bread with Walnuts

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A moist, flavorful gluten-free banana bread with walnuts that is quick and easy to make, perfect for snacks, breakfast, or gatherings. This recipe balances almond and oat flours for a tender crumb and includes tips for perfect baking.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 cup / 240 g)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup (120 ml) unsweetened almond milk (or any dairy-free milk)
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (120 g) almond flour
  • ½ cup (60 g) gluten-free oat flour (can substitute with rice flour)
  • 2 tbsp ground flaxseed
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup (50 g) chopped walnuts (optional, toasted lightly)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan with non-stick spray or line with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the bananas in a large mixing bowl until mostly smooth with a few small lumps remain.
  3. Add eggs, almond milk, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Whisk until well combined and creamy.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together almond flour, gluten-free oat flour, ground flaxseed, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture using a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Stir in the chopped walnuts, reserving a few to sprinkle on top if desired.
  7. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan. Smooth the top and sprinkle reserved walnuts on top.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, checking at 50 minutes with a toothpick. It should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Cool the bread in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
  10. Slice and enjoy warm or at room temperature. Store leftovers wrapped tightly or in an airtight container.

Notes

Use ripe or overripe bananas for best sweetness and moisture. Toast walnuts lightly before adding for enhanced flavor. Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent dense bread. Tent with foil if browning too fast. Room temperature eggs and almond milk help create a smooth batter. For vegan version, replace eggs with flax eggs and honey with maple syrup. Nut-free option: substitute walnuts with pumpkin seeds or omit nuts and add dairy-free chocolate chips.

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