If you have ripe bananas sitting on your counter, this Gluten-Free Banana Bread is the perfect way to use them.

This easy homemade banana bread is moist, flavourful, and simple to make, making it a wonderful choice for breakfast, a snack, or a sweet treat with a cup of coffee or tea.

I made the recipe in a large loaf pan so it would yield 12 slices.

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I creamed some Golden Flavour Crisco Shortening in a large mixing bowl using my electric mixer.

To the creamed shortening I added 2 eggs and again blended them in using my mixer.

Next I added  some almond milk, since I also try to avoid cow milk products.  I used the electric mixer again and blended until the mixture was frothy.

Now time for the ripe bananas.  I used three large, very ripe bananas.  If yours are smaller you may want to add four.

I used a potato masher to blend the bananas into the liquids.

There are lots of gluten free flours available now but my favourite blend for loaves and muffins is Bob's Red Mill All Purpose Gluten Free Flour.

I measured out the gluten free flour, the sugar, baking soda, salt and xanthan gum and dumped them into the bowl with the banana mixture.

Using a rubber spatula I combined the dry and wet ingredients just until moistened.

At this point you could now blend in a few chocolate chips or chopped nuts depending on your individual tastes.

I sprayed a large loaf pan with cooking spray and scraped the batter into the pan.

It took about 45 minutes for the loaf to bake at 375F.  I removed it from the oven when a toothpick inserted in the center came out clean.

I let it cool in the pan for about ten minutes.

I then carefully inverted the loaf onto a cooling rack.

When it was cool to the touch I cut it into slices.

This Gluten-Free Banana Bread is an easy and delicious way to turn ripe bananas into a homemade treat the whole family can enjoy. With its tender texture and delicious banana flavour, it is perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or whenever you are craving a slice of homemade banana bread.

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Ingredients You'll Need to Make this Banana Bread:

• ¾ cup Golden Flavour Crisco Shortening
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup almond milk
• 3 large very ripe bananas
• 2 cups Bob's Red Mill All Purpose Gluten Free Flour
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon xanthan gum

How to Make Banana Bread:

1. Preheat oven to 375F.
2. In a large mixing bowl cream the shortening using an electric mixer.
3. Add the 2 eggs and blend using the mixer.
4. Add the ½ cup of milk and use the electric mixer to blend until frothy.
5. Measure out the gluten free flour, sugar, baking soda, salt and xanthan gum and add them to the liquid ingredients in the mixing bowl.
6. Blend in the dry ingredients using a rubber spatula just until moistened.
7. Spray a large loaf pan with cooking spray.
8. Scrape the batter into the loaf pan using the rubber spatula.
9. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center of loaf comes out clean.
10. Remove from oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes.
11. Invert loaf on to a cooling rack.
12. When cool cut into slices and enjoy!

FAQs:

How do you keep gluten-free banana bread from being dry?

Using ripe bananas helps keep gluten-free banana bread moist and flavourful. Be careful not to overbake the loaf, as this can cause it to become dry.

How ripe should bananas be for banana bread?

The best bananas for banana bread are very ripe, with plenty of brown spots on the peel. Ripe bananas are naturally sweeter and provide more banana flavour and moisture.

Can I use frozen bananas to make gluten-free banana bread?

Yes, frozen bananas work well for banana bread. Thaw them completely and drain off any excess liquid before adding them to the batter.

How do I know when gluten-free banana bread is done?

The banana bread is done when the centre is set and a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs attached. Avoid relying only on the baking time, as ovens can vary.

How should I store gluten-free banana bread?

Store cooled banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for a few days. For longer storage, refrigerate it or freeze individual slices so you can enjoy them later.

Can I freeze gluten-free banana bread?

Yes. Gluten-free banana bread freezes well. Allow the loaf to cool completely, wrap it well, and place it in a freezer-safe container or bag. Individual slices can also be frozen for convenient snacks.

Can I add chocolate chips or nuts to gluten-free banana bread?

Yes! Chocolate chips, chopped walnuts, pecans, or other favourite add-ins can be stirred into the batter. Just make sure any packaged ingredients you use are certified gluten-free if that is important for your dietary needs.