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Gluten-Free Buckwheat Banana Loaf

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This wholesome Gluten-Free Buckwheat Banana Loaf combines the nutty richness of buckwheat flour with naturally sweet ripe bananas for a perfectly moist, flavorful loaf. Crafted by Caleb Finch using his straightforward techniques and experience-grounded approach, this recipe delivers consistent results that are perfect for gluten-free baking beginners. Tested through NoGluBread’s comprehensive 3-phase process with certified gluten-free ingredients safe for celiac disease, this nutritious loaf makes an excellent breakfast, snack, or afternoon treat that proves healthy gluten-free baking can be both simple and delicious.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe bananas
  • 1 ½ cups buckwheat flour
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup sweetener (honey, maple syrup, or sugar)
  • ⅓ cup melted coconut oil (or olive oil/butter)
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ⅓ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a bowl, mash bananas and whisk in eggs, melted coconut oil, sweetener, and vanilla if using.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix buckwheat flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
  5. Pour batter into the greased loaf pan and bake for approximately 40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out almost clean.
  6. Let it cool slightly before slicing.

Notes

For added flavor, mix in walnuts, chocolate chips, or raspberries. If freezing, slice before storing for quicker thawing.

  • Author: Caleb Finch
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free