Quick Quinoa Banana Bread – A Wholesome Twist on a Classic
A hearty, naturally sweet banana bread made with quinoa flour. Moist, gluten-free, and perfect for breakfast or snacking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 10 slices 1x
Ingredients
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3 ripe bananas, mashed
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2 large eggs
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⅓ cup melted coconut oil
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⅓ cup maple syrup or honey
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1½ cups quinoa flour
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1 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp baking soda
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½ tsp salt
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1 tsp ground cinnamon
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Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment.
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In a large bowl, mash bananas. Whisk in eggs, coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla.
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In a separate bowl, whisk quinoa flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
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Combine dry and wet ingredients. Stir until just mixed. Fold in optional add-ins.
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Pour into loaf pan and smooth top.
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Bake for 45–55 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Cool in pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool fully before slicing.
Notes
Use toasted quinoa flour for a milder flavor. Store wrapped at room temp for 2 days or freeze for longer storage.