Classic Gluten-Free Banana Bread

Use some overripe bananas to make this delicious homemade gluten-free banana bread. It’s perfect on a chilly day paired with a cup of coffee.This bread uses all pantry-style ingredients.

This banana bread is the perfect combination of a moist bread with classic banana flavor. It is made with pantry ingredients and is easy to make gluten-free by using gluten-free all-purpose flour.

What you’ll love about Classic Banana Bread:

• Family Friendly – Easy to make with ripe bananas, and it’s a crowd-pleaser.
• Great Texture – The Greek yogurt paired with the bananas gives a great texture.
• Gluten-Free Friendly – The only ingredient needed to make this gluten-free is gluten-free all-purpose flour.

Ingredients for Banana Bread Recipe:

• All-Purpose Flour or Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour
• Baking Soda
• Salt
• Granulated Sugar
• Butter
• Large Eggs
• Bananas
• Plain Greek Low-Fat Yogurt
• Vanilla Extract

Step-by-Step Instructions for Banana Bread:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife. Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt, stirring with a whisk.
3. Place sugar and butter in a large bowl, and beat with a mixer at medium speed until well blended (about 1 minute). This can also be done in a stand mixer.
4. Add the eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition.
5. Add banana, yogurt, and vanilla; beat until blended. Add flour mixture; beat at low speed just until moist.
6. Spoon batter into an 8 1/2 x 4 1/2-inch loaf pan coated with cooking spray or a bundt pan.
7. Bake at 350 degrees F for 1 hour, or until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean if using a loaf pan. If using a bundt pan, check in on the bread around 45-50 minutes.
8. Cool 10 minutes in the pan on a wire rack; remove from pan.
9. Cool completely on a wire rack.
10. Serve.

How do you make gluten-free banana bread?

The only swap needed to make this gluten-free banana bread is to use Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour. The best brands to use are King Arthur, Better Batter, or Cup 4 Cup.

The flour needs to be an even ratio swap with traditional flour; this flour also already includes Xanthan Gum.

Tips for Making Gluten-Free Banana Bread:

• Use ripe bananas; the darker the peel, the sweeter the flavor the bread will have.
• Make sure to use a high-quality all-purpose gluten-free flour, which will include Xanthan Gum.
• Add-ins make the bread even better, such as chocolate chips or walnuts.
• Test for doneness by placing a toothpick in the deepest part.
• Typically, if using a bundt pan, it will bake a few minutes faster than a loaf pan as it evenly distributes the heat.

How to store leftovers:

Once fully cooled, store the leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

The bread can also be cut into slices and wrapped in plastic wrap, then placed in a freezer-safe storage bag and stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.

This is the best gluten-free banana bread for a cozy day with a wonderful, warm treat that your family will love, plus it’s even better when it can be made gluten-free so easily!

If you enjoyed this recipe, be sure to try this Gluten Free Pumpkin Bread too!