Description

This chocolate gluten-free vegan banana bread is rich, moist, and naturally sweetened with ripe bananas. Made with wholesome ingredients, this easy banana bread recipe is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a healthy snack—completely dairy-free, egg-free, and gluten-free.

Ingredients

3 ripe bananas, mashed
1 ½ cups gluten-free flour blend
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup plant-based milk
⅓ cup coconut oil or vegetable oil
½ cup maple syrup or agave syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup dairy-free chocolate chips

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease or line a loaf pan.
In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
Add plant-based milk, oil, maple syrup (or agave), and vanilla extract. Mix well.
In a separate bowl, whisk together gluten-free flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
Fold in dairy-free chocolate chips.
Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 45–55 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture.Avoid overmixing to keep the texture soft and tender.Substitute oil with applesauce for a lighter version.Add nuts or nut butter for extra richness and texture.