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Oatmeal Banana Bread Recipe

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This Oatmeal Banana Bread is a wholesome and naturally sweetened loaf made with oat flour and ripe bananas, perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack. Moist and flavorful, it incorporates simple pantry ingredients and offers a gluten-free alternative to traditional banana bread. Optional chocolate chips add a delightful touch of indulgence.

Ingredients

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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

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)

Optional

  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9×5 inch loaf pan by greasing it or lining the bottom with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the oat flour, rolled oats, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon. Add the mashed bananas, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Stir gently until the mixture is just evenly combined; avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
  3. Prepare for Baking: Pour and smooth the batter into the prepared loaf pan. If using, sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly on top for added sweetness and texture.
  4. Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
  5. Cool and Serve: Remove the bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for a few minutes. Then, run a knife around the edges to loosen and transfer the loaf onto a serving plate. Slice and enjoy your healthy oatmeal banana bread.
  6. Storage: Store any leftovers in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to five days, or freeze slices in an airtight container for up to three months.

Notes

  • For a vegan option, use maple syrup or agave instead of honey.
  • Substitute coconut oil with water for a lower fat loaf, but texture may vary.
  • Use certified gluten-free oat flour and oats if gluten sensitivity is a concern.
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling.
  • Add nuts or dried fruit for added texture and flavor, if desired.

Keywords: Oatmeal Banana Bread, gluten-free banana bread, healthy banana bread, maple syrup banana bread, oat flour bread, easy banana bread

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