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Gluten-Free Banana Bread with Dark Chocolate Chunks

  • Author: Maya
  • Total Time: 1 hour 12 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x

Description

A moist, tender, and genuinely delicious gluten-free banana bread made with ripe bananas and rich dark chocolate chunks. This simple recipe avoids dryness and crumbly textures, making it perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 large ripe bananas (about 1 ½ cups mashed)
  • 1 ½ cups (180g) gluten-free all-purpose flour (with xanthan gum)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup (57g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ¾ cup (150g) sugar (mix of brown and white)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (170g) dark chocolate chunks (60-70% cacao)
  • Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan and line with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, peel and mash the ripe bananas, leaving some small chunks for texture.
  3. Add the melted butter, eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract to the bananas. Whisk until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Gently fold together with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the dark chocolate chunks, reserving a small handful to sprinkle on top.
  7. Pour batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top, and sprinkle reserved chocolate on top.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with moist crumbs.
  9. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Ensure bananas are very ripe (black-spotted) for maximum sweetness and moisture. Do not overmix the batter to avoid a tough texture. If your gluten-free flour blend does not contain xanthan gum, add ½ teaspoon. Store wrapped tightly at room temperature for 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

  • Prep Time: 12 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50-60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (1/10 of loa
  • Calories: 220
  • Sugar: 18
  • Sodium: 150
  • Fat: 9
  • Saturated Fat: 5
  • Carbohydrates: 32
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 4

Keywords: gluten-free banana bread, dark chocolate banana bread, easy banana bread recipe, gluten-free baking, moist banana bread, dairy-free option

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Find it online: https://globaltablerecipes.com/gluten-free-banana-bread-3-ingredient-dark-chocolate/