Banana Walnut Breakfast Loaf. Gluten free Banana Walnut Bread Vegan Gum-free Recipe - Vegan Richa (2024)

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This Banana Walnut Breakfast Loaf makes a great on the go breakfast. Bananas, spices and no added refined sugar. Free of Dairy, egg, corn, soy, gluten. Makes a medium bread pan.

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This Breakfast Loaf has been sitting in my drafts since March. Quick to put together, with warm spices, Oat, rice, amaranth and almond flours, and a great snack as well. Add more nuts, other nuts and seeds, add cooked quinoa to the batter. Slice these up and carry everywhere. This loaf is gluten-free and refined sugar free. It can be easily made with gluten as well with any whole grain flour. For a regular wheat based banana bread, see this One Bowl Banana Apple Bread Loaf.For GF muffins see these gluten-free Banana chocolate chunk muffins.

Walnuts are a great source of fatty acids, they help lower bad cholesterol and increase good cholesterol, vit E and B complex groups, manganese, copper, iron, potassium and have anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.

Bananas of course are a pretty much over all awesome food. The sweetness eliminates the need for added sugars, the bulk eliminates the need for oil, all the potassium,fiberand B6 and thisis one packed loaf.

Make this Gluten-free Banana Walnut Bread!

Why do I make smaller loafs you ask. Hubbs is allergic to Banana, and there is only so much snacking I can do. I prefer savory breakfast and snacks. The recipe can be doubled easily.

And someone please keep bugging me till I make gluten-free flour mix recipes for breads, cakes and bakes, so the recipe can say use a cup of my gf flour blend. 🙂
More Banana options from the blog.
This Banana Oat Quinoa Quick Bread bar.
Banana Walnut Brown Rice Pudding parfait. GF
Ginger Spiced Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies. GF
Banana Oatmeal Quinoa Cookies
And definitely use the fresh walnuts in these Carrot Cake pancakes!. GF option

Steps:
Mash the banana with the other wet ingredients.



Mix the dry ingredients and drop in a pan and bake.



One of the rare sunny days from March. It is partly cloudy today. If you see me disappear from the blog this Summer, you will know it is Sunny that day 😉



All baked and ready and the house smells amazing!

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Banana Walnut Bread - Gluten free Banana Bread

This Banana Walnut Breakfast Loaf makes a great on the go breakfast. Bananas, spices and no added refined sugar. Free of Dairy, egg, corn, soy, gluten. Makes a medium bread pan.

Prep Time15 minutes mins

Cook Time45 minutes mins

Total Time1 hour hr

Servings: 6

Calories: 234kcal

Author: Vegan Richa

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Ingredients

Wet

  • 2 ripe medium Bananas
  • 1 Tbsp oil optional
  • 1/4 cup (61 ml) non dairy milk
  • 2-3 Tbsp (2 - 3 Tbsp) maple syrup depends on the ripeness of the banana
  • 1/8 tsp (0.13 tsp) salt
  • 1/2 tsp (0.5 tsp) vinegar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Dry

  • 1/2 cup (60 g) Oat flour certified gluten-free
  • 1/4 cup (28 g) almond flour
  • 1/4 cup (40 g) white rice flour
  • 1/4 cup (30 g) amaranth flour or sorghum or millet or use half flour and half starch for lighter loaf.
  • 1 Tbsp cornstarch or arrowroot starch
  • 1/2 tsp (0.5 tsp) baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp (0.25 tsp) baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp (0.5 tsp) cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp (0.25 tsp) cloves
  • 1/4 tsp (0.25 tsp) ginger
  • 1/3 cup (39 g) chopped walnuts

Instructions

  • Pre-heat the oven to 365 degrees F / 180ºc.

  • Mash the bananas well. then mix in all the wet ingredients.

  • In a bowl, mix all the dry ingredients. Add to the wet and mix to combine.

  • Fold in the walnuts. Drop the batter in a greased pan.

  • Even it out and bake for 40 minutes.Check with a toothpick from the center. it should come out almost clean. Bake longer if needed.

  • I used very ripe bananas. Use stevia/sugar to preference if the bananas are not sweet enough for the loaf. Or if the loaf is already baked and not sweet enough, serve warm with light maple drizzle.

Notes

For variations: Add sunflower/hemp/other seeds to make nut-free(Use oat flour to sub almond flour). Add a 1/4 cup cooked quinoa to the batter. Change up the spices.

For a with gluten version, use 1 1/4 cup flour (Spelt, white etc) instead of the oat, rice, almond, amaranth flour combination. Mix in with the baking powder,soda, spices and cornstarch. Add 1 cup of dry flour mix to the wet, then add more if needed and bake.

Nutritional values based on one serving(2 slices)

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Banana Walnut Bread - Gluten free Banana Bread

Amount Per Serving

Calories 234Calories from Fat 90

% Daily Value*

Fat 10g15%

Saturated Fat 1g6%

Sodium 119mg5%

Potassium 263mg8%

Carbohydrates 32g11%

Fiber 3g13%

Sugar 9g10%

Protein 4g8%

Vitamin A 25IU1%

Vitamin C 3.6mg4%

Calcium 70mg7%

Iron 1.3mg7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. LA

    Could I substitute the rice flour and amaranth/ sorghum/ millet flour with buckwheat flour or more almond or oat flour?

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    • Vegan Richa Support

      sure – use just almond flour and oat flour for the total flour plus atleast 1/4 cup starch

      Reply

  2. RA

    Hi
    I tried this recipe with just oats flour about 220 gms omitted the non dairy milk and added 1/4th cup oil and a lot of nuts and seeds and baked it for 45 mins.. It turned out very dry.
    Could you recommend what I could have done to make it moist.

    Reply

    • Richa

      Oats are very drying. So you do need a combination of flour when making gluten-free loaf. Moist flours like almond help

      Reply

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FAQs

What is a good walnut substitute for banana bread? ›

Try chopped pecans, hazelnuts, cashews, almonds, or peanuts. If you prefer, you can also omit the nuts for nut-free banana bread. Cinnamon: A little touch of cinnamon can add something extra if you like an extra punch of flavor. Try starting with ½ teaspoon and go from there.

Why is my gluten free banana bread so dense? ›

Gluten-free bread doesn't have the same properties as regular bread and is naturally more dense. Overmixing and improperly measuring your ingredients is often a huge factor in whether your gluten free banana bread is doughy or moist.

Why is my banana bread not moist? ›

When it comes to banana bread, moisture is key, and the ratio of flour to banana makes all the difference in getting the perfect banana bread consistency. If you use too much flour, you'll end up with really dry banana bread, and If you don't use enough flour, your banana bread will be way too wet.

Is banana bread healthy to lose weight? ›

You may find banana bread delicious, but conventional banana breads tend to be high in added sugar, refined carbs, and calories. Thus, it's best to enjoy banana bread occasionally as part of a balanced, nutrient-dense diet.

Which nut is equal to walnut? ›

Almonds and walnuts are both tree nuts, and the similarities don't end there. They provide similar amounts of calcium and potassium and their nutritional profiles are *nearly* a perfect match. This table shows how an ounce of unsalted walnuts compares with the same amount of unsalted almonds.

What fruit can replace banana? ›

Mango is one of the most common substitutes for bananas in smoothies. It has a pretty mild flavor. Because it's not as juicy as most fruits, mango is great at creating a creamy texture. Use about 1 cup of frozen mango to replace 1 banana.

Why did my gluten free banana bread not rise? ›

The banana bread will not rise much during baking and may sink slightly in the centre on cooling, but should not collapse competely. If it did collapse then it is likely that the banana bread had not quite baked fully (and in light of the ingredient change may have needed a slightly longer baking time).

What is the biggest challenge of making gluten free bread? ›

However, these alternative flours do not have the same properties as wheat flour, which can make baking gluten-free bread a challenge. One of the main challenges in making gluten-free bread is achieving the same texture and rise as traditional wheat bread.

What gluten-free flour is best for bread? ›

If you'd like to turn your favorite bread recipe into a gluten free one, look no further than Bob's Red Mill Gluten Free All Purpose Baking Flour. A great substitute for traditional bread flour, it is designed to be used in nearly every wheat flour recipe.

Why is the middle of my banana bread mushy? ›

Using too much banana could make your bread heavy and damp in the center, causing it to appear undercooked and unappealing. If you have bananas leftover, you can always freeze them for later use.

Why is the bottom of my banana bread soggy? ›

But if you try to use up all your bananas without paying attention to the ratio of other ingredients, your bread can turn out damp, soggy, and mushy. Contrary to what one may think, there is such a thing as using too many bananas in a banana bread.

How do you keep banana loaf moist? ›

If you're planning to eat your banana bread within three to four days, it can be left out at room temperature. To keep it fresh, place a paper towel in the bottom of an airtight container. Place the loaf of banana bread on top, add another paper towel, and put the lid on the container.

Can I eat banana to lose belly fat? ›

Bananas are great belly fat-burning foods. Bananas when taken in moderation do not cause or increase belly fat. Bananas are versatile fruits that can be eaten to lose or maintain weight. Have it as a snack instead of a sugary option like cookies or pastries.

What is the best bread to eat when trying to lose weight? ›

Like with all breads, a multigrain bread made with whole grains is better for weight loss than one made with white refined flour, but either multigrain bread or white bread can be a part of a weight loss diet plan when they're combined with other healthy foods and exercise.

Can I eat banana daily for weight loss? ›

However, as the recommendation for a balanced diet includes 3 to 5 servings of fruit every day, bananas can certainly be incorporated into a healthy diet, even if the goal is to lose weight. Bananas are filling, nutritious, and can be paired with a variety of other foods for a more complete snack.

What can I substitute for walnuts in baking? ›

10 Best Walnut Substitutes
  1. Pecan nuts. Pecans and walnuts taste extremely similar and look similar, making them an ideal substitution for each other. ...
  2. Walnut Oil. If you want the taste of walnuts to be present in your recipe, you can use walnut oil. ...
  3. Hazelnuts. ...
  4. Brazil Nuts. ...
  5. Almonds. ...
  6. Cashews. ...
  7. Walnut Butter. ...
  8. Pumpkin Seeds.
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What nuts are most similar to walnuts? ›

The nut closest to walnuts in texture and appearance is pecans, but be careful: This similarity in taste and texture is because walnuts and pecans are more closely related than other tree nuts, the AAAAI notes. Your doctor can guide you as to which other tree nuts you can have.

What does walnuts do in baking? ›

In bakery foods, walnuts have the unique ability to bring flavor, texture, and nutritious properties to a variety of products. Here are some favorites made with walnuts and their recipes: Banana Walnut Donuts with Maple Glaze.

What nut goes best with banana? ›

But when it comes to pairing with bananas, we think walnuts win. Almonds have a nutty flavor that pair well with bananas. Toasting brings out the natural sweetness of the almonds and makes them a good match for banana's creamy texture.

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