Best 7 Tips for Perfect Gluten-Free Banana Walnut Bread!
This gluten-free banana walnut bread is incredibly soft, packed with banana flavor, and features crunchy walnuts for a deliciously satisfying bite. Perfect for breakfast or a snack!
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups mashed ripe bananas about 3 large bananas
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce serves as a natural sweetener
- 2 large eggs at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar packed
- 1.75 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour ensure it contains xanthan gum or add separately
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped walnuts divided
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine mashed bananas, applesauce, eggs, vanilla extract, and brown sugar. Whisk until smooth and well blended.
- In another bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Fold in 3/4 cup of the chopped walnuts, reserving the rest for topping.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Smooth the top with a spatula, and sprinkle the remaining walnuts evenly over the batter.
- Bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Ensure all your ingredients are at room temperature for better blending. You can add a teaspoon of cinnamon for an extra flavor boost.