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Banana Dessert Recipes Healthy Vegan Banana Bread

I’ve baked a lot of banana bread in my life, but this one feels different. It’s not just another loaf you slice, butter, and forget. This banana bread—soft, moist, and naturally sweet—tastes like a small victory you can eat warm from the oven. When I say it’s vegan and gluten free, you’d never guess, because it has that familiar cozy taste of the best banana bread recipe you remember from childhood. Here’s what I love most. You mash ripe bananas, fold them into a simple batter, and out comes something golden and hearty. There’s a nutty richness that pairs beautifully with a hot cup of coffee. Every slice feels like a hug you didn’t know you needed. I like to think of this as proof that gluten free banana recipes don’t have to taste like a compromise. This is a banana bread gluten free recipe you’ll actually crave on slow mornings, or when you’re tempted by banana dessert recipes but want something wholesome. You could call it the best banana bread recipe, or just a recipe that works, even when life feels a little messy. For me, this vegan banana bread recipe is a keeper.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keywords: banana bread gluten free recipe, banana bread recipe gluten free, banana dessert recipes, boo choy recipes, gluten free banana recipes, the best banana bread recipe, vegan banana bread recipe
Servings: 10 slices
Author: Lila

Ingredients

  • 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup melted coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup plant-based milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 1/2 cups gluten-free flour blend
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a loaf pan.
  2. Mash bananas in a large mixing bowl until mostly smooth.
  3. Stir in melted coconut oil, sugar, milk, and vanilla until combined.
  4. Add baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well.
  5. Fold in the gluten-free flour blend until just incorporated. Do not overmix.
  6. Stir in nuts if using, then pour batter into the loaf pan.
  7. Bake for 45 to 55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool slightly before slicing and serving.