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Healthy flourless banana bread made with 5 simple ingredients

Flourless Banana Bread

A delightful twist on classic banana bread that's easy to make, gluten-free, and naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and maple syrup.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed Use very ripe bananas for best sweetness.
  • 2 large eggs Can be substituted with applesauce or flaxseed egg.
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup Can adjust sweetness to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats Quick oats can be used but with a different texture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Whisk in the eggs and maple syrup until well combined.
  4. Stir in the baking soda and rolled oats until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
Baking
  1. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

You can enjoy this banana bread warm or at room temperature. It pairs well with peanut butter or honey.