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The Best Almond Flour Banana Bread Ever

This healthy Almond Flour Banana Bread Recipe makes a moist and delicious loaf of banana bread that your whole family will love. It’s a tasty Paleo and gluten-free breakfast bread!

Easy Almond Flour Banana Bread 

Bananas are basically a staple fruit in our house. They’re a cheap and easy grab-and-go fruit that’s filled with Potassium. But if you’re anything like me, there are usually two or three stray bananas that haven’t quite made it to someone’s stomach yet; and they stop looking so pretty after a while.

Well, that’s what I had going on this week. So I decided to make this yummy breakfast bread! This Paleo banana bread is the perfect healthy start to any day, and it tastes great alongside any latte. You could even add some flare to this loaf by throwing in a little toasted coconut!

A Loaf of Almond Flour Banana Bread With One Slice Removed

Recipe Ingredients

This homemade bread comes together with a handful of kitchen staples. Here’s what you’ll need!

  • Almond Flour: You’ll need 3 cups.
  • Cinnamon: For warmth and flavor.
  • Nutmeg: The warm spices make this bread taste so comforting and delicious.
  • Baking Soda & Baking Powder: You’ll need a teaspoon of each.
  • Salt: Just a dash.
  • Eggs: For structure and texture.
  • Coconut Oil: Melted.
  • Vanilla Extract: A teaspoon of vanilla extract rounds out the flavor of the bread.
  • Maple Syrup: Use pure maple syrup.
  • Bananas: Mash up 3 ripe bananas.

Paleo Banana Bread Batter in a Loaf Pan Lined with Parchment Paper

How to Make Paleo Banana Bread

If you’re new to making homemade bread, this is the recipe to start with. It’s so easy, and it comes out perfect every time! 

  1. Prepare for Baking: Preheat the oven to 325°F. Spray a loaf pan with cooking spray and line with parchment paper.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: To a large bowl, add the almond flour, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl, mash the bananas. Once they’re mashed, add in the eggs, maple syrup, vanilla extract and coconut oil. Mix well until combined.
  4. Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined and there are no lumps of almond flour.
  5. Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50-55 minutes until slightly brown on top and a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Let Cool: Let rest for 10 minutes, then slice and serve.

A Collage of Images of the Wet Ingredients and the Dry Ingredients Being Combined

Tips for the Best Almond Flour Banana Bread

Even though this Paleo banana bread is super simple, it never hurts to have some extra tips. Keep these things in mind when you’re making it.

  • Don’t Substitute Flour: Don’t try using wheat flour or another kind of flour for this recipe. The texture of the bread won’t come out quite right.
  • Use Ripe or Overripe Bananas: This bread isn’t meant to be made with bright yellow bananas. They should be starting to brown and get mushy.
  • Use a Metal Pan: Any kind of pan would work for this bread, but sometimes it doesn’t rise as well in a glass or ceramic pan.

How to Store this Banana Bread

This breakfast bread can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days. Place it in an airtight container or Ziploc bag on the counter. Once the 3 days are up, you can transfer your loaf to the fridge and store it for up to 3 more days.

A Pan Full of Freshly Baked Banana Bread

Is this Banana Bread Paleo?

Yes, this banana bread uses Paleo ingredients, though you should be careful about the baking powder if you’re following a Paleo diet. Baking powder isn’t always Paleo, as it sometimes contains ingredients like cornstarch. To ensure that your bread is Paleo-friendly, be sure to use Paleo baking powder.

Can I Make This Banana Bread Vegan?

You can easily make this bread vegan with a simple substitution! Replace each egg with 1/4 cup of applesauce to make vegan banana bread. To achieve the right texture with this substitution, add in an extra half teaspoon or so of baking powder.

An Unsliced Loaf of Paleo Banana Bread Topped with Two Bananas

Can You Freeze Banana Bread?

Yes, this freezer-friendly bread will stay fresh for up to 3 months if stored in the freezer. Just be sure to let it cool completely before freezing, then wrap it in plastic wrap and place it in a freezer-safe bag with all the air squeezed out. You can thaw your bread right on the counter and, if desired, warm it up in the toaster before enjoying.

More Recipes using Banana that you’ll love:

Four Slices of Paleo Banana Bread Stacked Up on a Cutting Board

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The Best Almond Flour Banana Bread Ever

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  • Author: Krista
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 12 1x
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This healthy Almond Flour Banana Bread Recipe makes a moist and delicious loaf of banana bread that your whole family will love. It’s a tasty Paleo and gluten-free breakfast bread!


Ingredients

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  • 3 cups of almond flour
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup of maple syrup
  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F.  Spray loaf pan with cooking spray and line with parchment paper.
  2. To a large bowl, add almond flour, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a medium bowl, mash bananas. Once bananas are mashed add in eggs, maple syrup, vanilla extract and coconut oil. Mix well until combined.
  4. Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix until well combined and there are no lumps of almond flour.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50-55 minutes until slightly brown on top and a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Let rest for 10 minutes, then slice and serve.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 140
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 175 mg
  • Fat: 9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Carbohydrates: 12 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 31 mg

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10 comments on “The Best Almond Flour Banana Bread Ever”

  1. Can canola oil be used instead of coconut oil? Also, how much banana, exactly? 1 Cup? 3/4 cup? 11/2 cup?
    Thanks

  2. Hi there… sorry to be a pest but I still can’t find the nutritional info for this specific recipe. I’ve read & re read this recipe looking for the info but no luck. I absolutely love this recipe and have made it twice 🥰 so if you could point me in the right direction that would be great. Thanks!






    1. Hey Carrie, I’m so sorry. Yes I just updated the post to reflect the nutritional value. Forgot to add it the first time. So glad you love it so much!

  3. It’s such a great recipe..since I personally find the flavour of cashews more complimentary to bananas, I make a similar version with ground cashews and the family loves it…if you’re upto trying it, it’s Delish!

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    asolosingerinamerica

    this looks delicious!
    I’ve been on paleo for 3 months now, starting to miss banana bread! 🙂

    1. Paleo can definitely be a hard thing at first, especially if your use to all the grains, sugar, and legumes.

      This Banana Bread, was just as good as the one with all the sugar. Hope you enjoy!