Description
This Flourless Banana Bread is a moist, naturally sweetened treat made without any flour, perfect for those avoiding gluten or seeking a nutritious twist on a classic comfort food. Using ripe bananas, almond butter, and optional chocolate chips, this easy-to-make bread is wholesome and packed with flavor, ideal for breakfast, snack, or dessert.
Ingredients
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Banana Bread Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas (plus 1 extra for topping)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup (250g) almond butter (or peanut butter)
- 1/4 cup (60ml) honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup (85g) chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a loaf pan with parchment paper to ensure the bread doesn’t stick.
- Mash Bananas: In a large bowl, mash the 3 ripe bananas thoroughly until smooth, creating the natural base and sweetness for the bread.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, almond butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Whisk everything together until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the baking soda, optional cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Mix carefully so that the leavening agent is evenly distributed for proper rising.
- Fold in Chocolate Chips: If you want a chocolatey addition, gently fold the chocolate chips into the batter, making sure they’re evenly spread without overmixing.
- Prepare to Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula for even baking.
- Decorate with Banana: Slice the extra banana lengthwise and place the slices on top of the batter for a pretty decorative finish that also adds extra flavor.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes. To check doneness, insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes to set, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can substitute almond butter with peanut butter or other nut butters as preferred.
- The honey or maple syrup adds natural sweetness, so adjust to taste if you prefer it less sweet.
- Using very ripe bananas improves sweetness and moisture in the bread.
- For a vegan version, substitute eggs with flax eggs or other plant-based egg replacers, though texture will vary.
- Chocolate chips are optional but add a delicious contrast; dark chocolate chips will reduce overall sugar content.
- Make sure not to overbake to keep the bread moist and tender.
