Love it — Flourless Banana Bread is a moist, dense, naturally gluten-free twist on the classic. Perfect if you’re out of flour or want something a bit healthier and packed with banana flavor!
🍌 Flourless Banana Bread
🍽️ Makes: 1 small loaf (8×4 inch)
⏱️ Time: 10 min prep + 45 min baking
🛒 Ingredients:
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3 large ripe bananas, mashed
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3 large eggs
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1/2 cup natural peanut butter (or any nut/seed butter)
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1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
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Pinch of salt
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Optional mix-ins: 1/3 cup chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or raisins
👩🍳 Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
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Mix wet ingredients:
In a large bowl, whisk eggs, mashed bananas, peanut butter, honey, and vanilla until smooth. -
Add dry ingredients:
Stir in baking soda, cinnamon, and salt until combined. Fold in any optional mix-ins. -
Bake:
Pour batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 40–50 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out mostly clean (a few moist crumbs are okay). -
Cool:
Let cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
🍽️ Serving ideas:
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Spread with extra peanut butter or cream cheese
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Serve warm with yogurt or fresh fruit
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Slice and toast for breakfast
💡 Tips:
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Use super ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.
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Nut butter adds richness and binds the loaf since there’s no flour.
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Store covered at room temp or refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Want it vegan or made with coconut flour instead? I can help tweak it!