Description
This Oatmeal Banana Bread is a wholesome, moist loaf made with oat flour and ripe mashed bananas, sweetened naturally with pure maple syrup and enhanced with warm cinnamon. It’s a gluten-free, dairy-free treat perfect for breakfast or as a healthy snack, optionally dotted with chocolate chips for a hint of indulgence.
Ingredients
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
- Prepare the baking pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan thoroughly, or line the bottom with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine all the dry ingredients—oat flour, rolled oats, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Then add the wet ingredients—mashed bananas, pure maple syrup, coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Stir everything until just evenly combined; avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
- Pour batter and add chocolate chips: Smooth the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan. If using, sprinkle the chocolate chips on top evenly.
- Bake the bread: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean with just a few moist crumbs attached.
- Cool and serve: Once baked, remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan. To remove, run a knife gently around the edges, then transfer the loaf onto a serving plate. Slice and enjoy your warm, wholesome oatmeal banana bread.
- Storage: Refrigerate any leftovers in a covered container for up to five days, or freeze portions for up to three months to maintain freshness.
Notes
- You can substitute maple syrup with honey or agave nectar based on your preference.
- If coconut oil is unavailable, water can be used, though the texture may be less rich.
- Adding chocolate chips is optional but adds a delightful touch of sweetness.
- For gluten-free diet adherence, ensure your oat flour and oats are certified gluten-free.
- Be careful not to overmix the batter to keep the bread soft and fluffy.
- Allow the bread to cool completely before slicing for cleaner cuts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
