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Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

December 29, 2018 8 Comments

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A loaf of gluten free chocolate chip banana bread in a bread pan
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A loaf of gluten free chocolate chip banana bread

This gluten free chocolate chip banana bread recipe is going to become your new favourite breakfast. It has the best flavour and the perfect moist texture so you would never know it’s gluten free! Made with almond flour and coconut flour this banana bread is also paleo, grain-free and dairy-free.

A loaf of gluten free chocolate chip banana bread

Why you will love this recipe:

  • This paleo chocolate chip banana bread is incredibly delicious. It’s bursting with chocolate flavour and has the best, moist texture.
  • Not only is this banana bread gluten free, but it’s also grain free and dairy free so safe for the paleo diet.
  • It’s surprisingly easy to make in just one bowl.
  • It is a healthy alternative to many gluten free banana bread recipes as it only has 1/4 cup of honey as a sweetener.
  • It’s made with almond flour, tapioca flour, and coconut flour to give it the perfect grain like texture
  • It’s made in just one bowl so your clean up is so easy!

Ingredients and substitutions: 

  • Almond flour – one of my all time favourite grain free flours it adds healthy fats and protein to this bread recipe. You could swap this for cashew flour. 
  • Coconut flour – when combined with almond flour this helps gives grain free baked goods the perfect texture. 
  • Tapioca flour – to help make this banana bread so light and fluffy. 
  • Baking soda – this helps the bread rise when it bakes. I recommend using aluminum free baking soda if you can. 
  • Salt – just a pinch is all you need to balance out the sweetness of this bread. 
  • Bananas – to help add natural moisture and sweetness to this recipe. 
  • Eggs – these help add moisture and help the bread rise when it bakes. 
  • Coconut oil – this not only adds moisture but helps give the bread that perfect crisp outer crust. 
  • Honey – one of my favourite natural sweeteners. You could swap this for maple syrup. 
  • Chocolate chips – I prefer to use dairy free chocolate chips sweetened with coconut sugar to keep this bread refined sugar free, but you can use any type of chocolate chips that you like.  

A loaf of gluten free chocolate chip banana bread in a bread pan

How to make:

Step one: first, preheat your oven to 350F.

Step two: now add the dry and wet ingredients to your standing mixer (minus the chocolate chips), and blend well until the batter is smooth.

Step three: then stir in the chocolate chips by hand and transfer the batter to your greased bread pan.

Step four: spread the batter evenly with a spoon or knife and then sprinkle the extra chocolate chips on top.

Step five: bake the bread for ~55 minutes (until a toothpick inserted inside comes out clean).

Step six: allow the bread to cool for at least 30 minutes and then dive in and enjoy!

step by step directions for making gluten free chocolate chip banana bread

Tips and variations:

  • Use room temperature eggs for best results. 
  • Be sure to use almond flour and not almond meal for this recipe. 
  • You can substitute maple syrup for the honey.
  • Instead of topping the banana bread with chocolate chips, use my paleo honey glaze instead.
  • For some added crunch add in chopped pecans or walnuts.
  • Instead of almond flour you can use cashew flour. 
  • Store this bread in an air tight container in the fridge for up to 7 days. 
  • This banana bread freezes really well so you can make a double or triple batch and freeze some for later. 

Slices of gluten free chocolate chip banana bread stacked on top of each other

Frequently asked questions: 

How do you make gluten free banana bread moist?

The key is using enough bananas, the right combination of gluten free flours and enough wet ingredients. I used 3 bananas in this recipe, plus 3 eggs, melted coconut oil and honey to ensure it doesn’t turn out dry. I also used a combination of almond flour, tapioca flour and coconut flour to give this gluten free banana bread the perfect texture.

Can I leave out the eggs in this recipe?

To be honest I haven’t tried the recipe without the eggs. If you want to substitute with 3 gelatin eggs or chia seed eggs feel free to try, but just be aware that the bread won’t rise nearly as much and I can’t guarantee the same outcome as with eggs. If you do try it without the eggs please let us know how it turns out!

What if I am allergic to almonds?

You can substitute the almond flour for cashew flour.

Can I substitute the almond flour for coconut flour?

Absolutely not! These two grain free flours cook very differently. You would need much less coconut flour and many more wet ingredients to make this recipe work with just coconut flour.

Is tapioca flour the same as cassava flour?

No! These two flours are very different. Do not try using cassava flour in this recipe, it will not turn out. 

Other recipes you will love:

  • Paleo Carrot Cake Donuts 
  • Paleo Carrot Cake Banana Bread 
  • Paleo Chocolate Chip Pancakes 
  • Chocolate Avocado Torte
  • Chocolate Raspberry Cups 
  • Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies 

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Slices of gluten free chocolate chip banana bread stacked on top of one another
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Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

A gluten free chocolate chip banana bread recipe that is bursting with flavour and is so easy to make.

Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Keyword almond flour bannana bread, dairy free chocolate chip banana bread, paleo chocolate chip banana bread
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings 8
Calories 459 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups almond flour
  • 1 cup tapioca flour
  • 2 tbsp coconut flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • pinch sea salt
  • 3 ripe bananas
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil (plus a little more for greasing the pan)
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tbsp organic vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350F.

  2. Add all the ingredients, except the chocolate chips, to your standing mixer and blend well until smooth.

  3. Stir in 1/2 cup of the chocolate chips by hand.

  4. Grease your bread pan with extra coconut oil or line it with parchment paper and pour the batter into the bread pan and spread with a spoon or knife until smooth.

  5. Sprinkle the extra 1/4 cup chocolate chips on top of the bread for garnish.

  6. Place in the oven and bake for 55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted inside comes out clean.

  7. Remove from the oven and let cool for 30-60 minutes. Then serve and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

  1. Nutritional values are an estimate and will vary depending on the exact ingredients you use. 
  2. Store this banana bread in the fridge in an air tight container for up to 7 days. 
Nutrition Facts
Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
Amount Per Serving
Calories 459 Calories from Fat 252
% Daily Value*
Fat 28g43%
Saturated Fat 11g69%
Cholesterol 61mg20%
Sodium 185mg8%
Potassium 187mg5%
Carbohydrates 49g16%
Fiber 6g25%
Sugar 23g26%
Protein 10g20%
Vitamin A 117IU2%
Vitamin C 4mg5%
Calcium 92mg9%
Iron 3mg17%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. Ali

    August 29, 2019 at 3:49 am

    Perfect recipe! Easy to make and delicious! Kids approved too!5 stars

    Reply
    • Erin Carter

      November 22, 2019 at 11:30 pm

      Oh that makes me so so happy to hear!

      Reply
  2. Kristie

    January 22, 2020 at 11:37 pm

    Delicious!! 🙂5 stars

    Reply
  3. Sarah

    June 8, 2020 at 8:48 pm

    We have made this recipe numerous times and it does not disappoint! This is my family’s favourite banana bread out of all the recipes we have made (both paleo & non-paleo) and it is super easy to make since everything goes into the mixer. Thanks for the great recipe!5 stars

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    • Erin Carter

      June 10, 2020 at 1:40 am

      Oh this makes me so happy to hear! Thanks so much Sarah!

      Reply
  4. Shayne Pardee

    April 10, 2021 at 8:52 pm

    It’s the best banana bread recipe I’ve ever made! I can never leave it long enough to take A photo, tag and post. Lol5 stars

    Reply
  5. Debora

    February 20, 2022 at 2:28 am

    Wonderful! Great texture, and very pretty golden color. We’ve even made muffins with a slice af fresh banana on top of each. Thank you!5 stars

    Reply
    • Erin Carter

      February 20, 2022 at 9:54 pm

      Oh I’m so glad you love the recipe! Thanks for letting me know

      Reply

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