Ultimate Oat Flour Banana Bread

Gluten-free, incredibly moist, and easy, this is the ultimate oat flour banana bread recipe! Made with wholesome ingredients in one bowl, this quick and easy recipe will leave you craving more. Moist, flavorful, and satisfying, it's perfect for breakfast on the go or as an afternoon snack. Try it today and see for yourself!

Easy to make and a hit with the whole family, this is a heart-healthy breakfast you can feel good about! Enjoy a slice of warm banana bread with a cup of oat milk hot chocolate or a delicious protein coffee (proffee) for a more well-balanced meal. 

Why You'll Love This Recipe

This simple recipe is quick and easy to make, making it the perfect recipe for busy people who want to enjoy a healthy and delicious homemade treat without spending too much time in the kitchen.

I’m always looking to give traditional recipes a healthy upgrade, and this classic banana bread made with oat flour didn’t disappoint. This recipe makes one amazingly light and fluffy, perfectly spiced loaf of bread. And if you're looking for more recipes to use up those overripe bananas, try this amazing Banana Blackberry Oatmeal Muffin recipe. It's so good!

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Recipe Instructions

This healthy banana bread recipe is my go-to quick bread recipe when I need to use up overripe bananas. And, if you’ve never baked with oat flour, this simple recipe is a great place to start! This recipe is made in one bowl with wholesome real food ingredients that trumps your old-fashioned banana bread recipes any day!

Healthy Ingredients

• Very Ripe Bananas - Overripe bananas are sweeter and moister
• Oat Flour - Make your own or buy store-bought oat flour. 
• Coconut Oil - Butter or olive oil can be used
• Eggs- For a vegan recipe, use two flax or chia eggs 
• Baking Powder- For fluffy banana bread, it's best to use fresh baking powder. 
• Ground Cinnamon -
• Pure Vanilla Extract- Vanilla is optional but recommended. 
• Maple Syrup- or use honey is preferred.  
• Salt
• Pecans - I love pecans in my banana bread, but feel free to leave them out if you'd prefer a nut-free banana bread. 

How to Make Oat Flour Banana Bread

• Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit 
• Prepare a 9x5 loaf pan with parchment paper.
• Mash your bananas with a fork or potato masher in a medium-sized bowl
• Stir in melted coconut oil, eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla 
• Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until the banana bread batter is mixed and the oat flour is incorporated.
• Stir in pecans (optional)
• Bake at 325 degrees Fahrenheit for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean when testing for doneness. 

Substitutions

• Make this Recipe Vegan - For vegan banana bread use two flax or chia eggs. The bread will be a bit denser and not as fluffy. 
• Low-Fat - use 4 egg whites in place of the 2 whole eggs.
• Gluten-Free - Oats are naturally gluten-free yet sometimes processed in a facility that processes other grains containing gluten. Look for a certified gluten-free label when buying oats to ensure they are truly GF.
• Pecans - This recipe can be made nut-free by omitting the pecans. Or, feel free to use walnuts, macadamia nuts, or whatever nut you have on hand. 

How Long Does Homemade Banana Bread Last?

Is there anything better than eating a warm, freshly baked slice of banana nut bread? Our kids love it! Leftover banana bread should be placed in an airtight container and left in a cool dry place for 3-5 days or up to 7 in the refrigerator.

Freezing Instructions

Banana bread freezes well and can be frozen for up to 4 months. Freeze individual slices, half loaves, or the whole loaf. Simply wrap loaves or slices in foil and store in a freezer zip-top bag removing as much air as possible.

To thaw, leave the banana bread on the counter for at least a few hours or the night before serving. 

What is Oat Flour

Oat flour contains all the health benefits you’ve come to expect from oatmeal. It’s naturally gluten-free, packed with nutrients, and easily made at home. Oat flour is high in fiber and protein when compared to traditional all-purpose flour. To read more about the nutritional benefits of oat, here’s a good article for the Harvard School of Public Health. 

How to Make Homemade Oat Flour

If making your oat flour seems daunting -have no fear- it couldn’t be simpler. And, surprisingly, comes together in just a few seconds. 

1. Add old-fashioned (rolled oats) to a blender or food processor.
2. Blend or process on high until oats have turned into a fine flour.

Storing Oat Flour

Homemade oat flour can be stored in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months or frozen for up to 6 months. 

More Heart Healthy Oat Flour Recipes

• BEST EVER OAT FLOUR PANCAKES
• HEALTHY HEMP GRANOLA
• BLUEBERRY OATMEAL BREAKFAST BARS
• BANANA OAT BARS WITH PEANUT BUTTER DRIZZLE

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