How to Make a Healthy Gluten & Dairy-Free Banana Bread

This healthy gluten- and dairy-free banana bread is moist, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. Packed with chocolate chips, it’s the perfect feel-good recipe to enjoy as a nourishing breakfast, satisfying snack, or wholesome dessert.

Seriously, this delicious gluten-free chocolate chip banana bread is so easy to make. A yummy comforting loaf of gf banana bread can be healthy too.

This healthy gluten-free banana bread is not too sweet, but feels like a decadent dessert. You don’t have to be much of a baker to master this recipe, because it is so easy to make.

Healthy baking can be a fun family event too. This healthy and easy banana bread recipe is also gluten-free, so you need to worry if you or someone you know has Celiac disease, because this is the perfect recipe for those with gluten intolerance or allergies.

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• 💖 Why You'll Love This Healthy Banana Bread Recipe?
• 🥣 Ingredients For a Gluten-Free Banana Bread Recipe
• 👩‍🍳 Directions for Moist & Healthy Gluten-Free Banana Bread
• 🌀 Harmony Notes
• 👩‍🍳 Make This Recipe When You Have Ripe Bananas You Need to Use Up Fast!
• 🩺 Health Benefits For This Easy Banana Bread Recipe
• Key Nutrients of Bananas
• ♥️ Potassium in Bananas Can Help Benefit Cardiovascular Health!
• Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe Key Nutrients
• 🧡 Learn How to Make a Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe
• 📖 Recipe
• ⭐️ Pro Nutrition Tip
• 💙 Substitutions For Gluten-Free Banana Bread Recipe Tips
• 🥚 Healthy Food Swaps Guide
• 🍴 Variations For Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
• 🍽️ Serving Suggestions
• ❄️ Storage Tips For Healthy Banana Bread
• ⭐️ Top Baking Tip
• 🥘 Meal Prep Tips
• 🍳 Equipment
• My Favorite Wire Rack
• 🤔 ⁉️ FAQ - Common Questions For Healthy Banana Bread
• 😀 Enjoy Your Healthy Gluten-Free Banana Bread!
• ❤️ You Might Also Love These
• 🤲 Pairing
• 💌 Don’t Miss Out!
• 💬 Comments

🥣 Ingredients For a Gluten-Free Banana Bread Recipe

You only need a few simple ingredients to make a dairy-free and gluten-free banana bread recipe. The perfect cozy fall recipe.

1. Bananas - Adds sweetness, prebiotic power, vitamins, and minerals.
2. Eggs - You need a binder for any banana bread recipe, eggs are perfect. However, you can swap it with a flax egg if you want to make vegan banana bread. Need help making dietary swaps for all your recipes? Check out my free Healthy Food Swaps Guide.
3. Gluten-Free Flour - I used all-purpose gluten-free flour. My preferred brand is King Arthur, because they are certified gluten-free.
4. Dairy-Free Chocolate Chips - You can swap the chocolate chips for raw cacao nibs, loaded with magnesium.
5. Vanilla Extract - You need this for a slight additional layer of natural sweetness to the recipe.
6. Coconut Oil - I typically use a lot of olive oil in my recipes, but I find that in many of my baked goods recipes, I prefer that additional layer of coconut flavor.
7. Coconut Sugar - I personally love using coconut sugar in baked goods, but if you must substitute, try brown sugar instead.
8. Cinnamon - This is a traditional warming spice, perfect for all your fall recipes. If you can get Ceylon cinnamon, the quality and taste are superb.
9. Baking Essentials - You need baking powder and baking soda for this recipe. Check out my cool baking tip below.

See the recipe card for quantities.

👩‍🍳 Directions for Moist & Healthy Gluten-Free Banana Bread

This easy banana bread recipe is perfect for breakfast meal prep, snack breaks, or a naturally sweet dessert. Made with clean, gut-friendly ingredients and no gluten or dairy, it’s a staple in your Harmony Prep Method™ rotation.

Step 1: Prep Your Pan & Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with nonstick spray or line with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2: Mash & Mix the Wet Ingredients

In a medium bowl, mash 3 ripe bananas until smooth. Add brown sugar and stir to combine. Mix in the eggs (or flax eggs for a vegan option), vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil until everything is well blended.

Step 3: Whisk the Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, baking soda, sea salt, and cinnamon.

Step 4: Combine & Fold

Slowly add the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing. Then fold in the chocolate chips.

Step 5: Bake to Golden Perfection

Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle the top with extra cinnamon if desired. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 6: Cool, Slice & Serve

Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Once fully cooled, slice and enjoy plain or with your favorite nut butter, jam, or coconut yogurt.

👩‍🍳 Make This Recipe When You Have Ripe Bananas You Need to Use Up Fast!

When most people think of bananas, they expect potassium-rich, right? Yes, bananas are a rich source of potassium, but they are also brimming with other important vitamins and minerals that our bodies need to function at their best.

I love to serve my banana bread with dark chocolate chips, because it tastes like a tasty dessert, but is actually a healthy treat. Who doesn't like the sweet taste of banana bread mixed with delicious dark chocolate chips?

🩺 Health Benefits For This Easy Banana Bread Recipe

• Bananas - Rich in potassium and fiber, they support heart health and digestion.
• Gluten-Free Flour - Using blends like King Arthur's ensures a celiac-friendly option without compromising texture.
• Chocolate Chips - Opt for dark chocolate to add antioxidants and a richer flavor profile.

♥️ Potassium in Bananas Can Help Benefit Cardiovascular Health!

Bananas contain manganese, potassium, biotin, vitamin B6, vitamin C, zinc, and copper.

🍌 Banana Health and Beauty Benefits

Bananas help aid with dry, flaky skin. Bananas contain the antioxidant lutein, which boosts the elasticity of the skin, as well as increases sebum production. This helps the skin lock in moisture.

This recipe is rich in potassium, which helps replenish the necessary electrolytes within the body.

🧡 Learn How to Make a Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe

Learn how easy it is to make a healthy banana bread recipe that tastes great, but is also filled with good for you nutrients.

📖 Recipe

💙 Substitutions For Gluten-Free Banana Bread Recipe Tips

Making healthy banana bread recipes your own unique way is important to your own dietary preferences or restrictions. Here are a few easy substitutions for your banana bread recipe.

• Vegan - Instead of 2 eggs, swap with flax eggs. Check out my free Healthy Food Swap Guide for how to make a flax egg. By using flax eggs to replace the eggs in the banana bread recipe. voila, you just created a vegan no eggs banana bread recipe.
• Chocolate Chips - Swap with raw cacao nibs or omit altogether.
• Flour - This recipe was tested with the all-purpose gluten-free flour as stated above. If you want to use a different type of flour, the results will vary depending on which type of flour used. For example, using coconut flour in this recipe will require more liquid, so keep that in mind.

🍴 Variations For Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

Here are a few variations for my healthy version of banana bread.

• Muffins - Try making these into healthy GF banana bread muffins, rather than one loaf of bread.
• Apples - Try swapping the banana for apples to make a healthy apple bread recipe.
• Nuts - If you don't have a nut allergy, you can add in some walnuts or pecans.
• High Protein - Add a scoop of your favorite vanilla protein powder or collagen powder.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

• Breakfast Boost - Serve a slice with a dollop of Greek yogurt and a sprinkle of granola for a balanced morning meal.
• Afternoon Tea - Pair with a cup of herbal tea or coffee for a satisfying snack.
• Dessert Option - Top with a scoop of dairy-free vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of honey for a delightful dessert.

❄️ Storage Tips For Healthy Banana Bread

• Room Temperature – Store your gluten-free banana bread at room temperature for up to 4 days. Wrap tightly in parchment or plastic wrap, then place in an airtight container to lock in moisture and flavor.
• Refrigerator – Want it to last a bit longer? Store in the fridge for up to 7 days. Be sure it’s wrapped well or stored in a sealed container to prevent drying out. For best texture, let it come to room temp or reheat before serving.
• Freezer-Friendly – Freeze individual slices for up to 3 months. Wrap each slice and place in a freezer-safe bag or container. Great for quick, nourishing snacks on busy days!
• To Reheat – Warm a slice in a 350°F oven for 10–15 minutes or use a toaster oven. Enjoy with a dollop of almond butter, ghee, or a smear of coconut yogurt for a hormone-supportive, satisfying treat.

🥘 Meal Prep Tips

• Batch Bake & Freeze – Double the recipe and freeze individual slices. Wrap in parchment and store in a reusable silicone bag for easy grab-and-go breakfasts or snacks.
• Make Muffins Instead – Pour the batter into a muffin tin for perfectly portioned snacks. Bake for 18–22 minutes and enjoy all week long.
• Storage Hack – Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 1 week. To keep it moist, place a slice of paper towel under the bread and one on top before sealing.
• Flavor Rotation – Mix in different add-ins weekly, like blueberries, walnuts, or chopped dates, to keep things interesting and support gut diversity.

🍳 Equipment

Heres' what's needed to make this eay banana bread recipe.

• Mixing Bowls
• Measuring Cups and Spoons
• Banana Masher
• Loaf Pan
• Spatula
• Wire Cooling Rack

I like to use a wire rack to cook my banana bread before serving. Here is my favorite wire cooling rack that I suggest.

🤔 ⁉️ FAQ - Common Questions For Healthy Banana Bread

😀 Enjoy Your Healthy Gluten-Free Banana Bread!

I hope you absolutely love this nourishing banana bread as much as I do! If you try this recipe, let me know how it turned out in the comments below. Your feedback means so much.

And if you share your creation on Instagram, don’t forget to tag me @EatYourNutrition and use the hashtags #EatYourNutrition and #LauraVillanueva. I love seeing your delicious remakes and often repost them in my stories!

Happy baking and nourishing! 💛

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