Description
This Oatmeal Banana Bread is a moist, wholesome, and delicious treat made with oat flour and mashed bananas. Naturally sweetened with pure maple syrup and packed with warm cinnamon and optional chocolate chips, it’s a perfect breakfast or snack option that’s gluten-free and full of fiber.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 2/3 cups oat flour
- 2 tbsp rolled oats (8g)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 3/4 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Wet Ingredients
- 2 cups mashed banana (240g)
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup (or honey or agave) (120g)
- 1/3 cup coconut oil (or water) (80g)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract (5g)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9×5 inch loaf pan by greasing it or lining the bottom with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, stir together the oat flour, rolled oats, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Add the mashed banana, pure maple syrup, coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until just evenly combined, taking care not to overmix for a tender crumb.
- Prepare for Baking: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top evenly. If using, sprinkle chocolate chips on top before baking.
- Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean with only a few moist crumbs.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, run a knife around the edges to loosen it, then transfer the bread onto a serving plate. Slice and enjoy.
- Storage: Refrigerate any leftovers in a covered container for up to five days, or freeze them for up to three months to maintain freshness.
Notes
- For a vegan version, ensure to use maple syrup or agave instead of honey.
- You can substitute coconut oil with water, but coconut oil adds moisture and richness.
- Oat flour can be made by grinding rolled oats in a food processor if you don’t have store-bought oat flour.
- The chocolate chips are optional but add extra flavor and texture.
- Make sure bananas are ripe for maximum sweetness and moisture.
- Check bread at around 30 minutes to prevent over-baking depending on your oven.
