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Almond Butter Banana Bread

Jul 28, 2021 · Modified: Oct 4, 2022 · This post may contain affiliate links · 14 Comments

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Almond Butter Banana Bread is moist, easy to make and so delicious! This healthy banana bread recipe is great for breakfast or for a snack.

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almond butter banana bread

If you have a couple of overripe bananas sitting on your counter, you NEED to make this banana bread!

The two ingredients that set this recipe apart from any old banana bread recipe is the almond butter and a little avocado oil. These two healthy fats together yield a perfectly moist banana bread.

If you love baked banana treats, try out my Banana Coconut Oatmeal Cookies, Gluten Free Chocolate Banana Bread and Chocolate Banana Avocado Ice Cream after this recipe!

banana bread batter

Ingredients in this recipe

  • mashed spotty-brown bananas - (Use spotty-brown bananas as opposed to yellow or green. The darker in color they are, the sweeter they will be.)
  • natural creamy almond butter - (Ensure it is nice and drippy. If it's thick and lumpy, it will not mix well.)
  • avocado oil - You can also use melted coconut oil or another oil of choice.
  • eggs
  • pure maple syrup - Feel free to use another liquid sweetener of choice, but I love the flavor of maple syrup.
  • vanilla extract 
  • gluten free oat flour - You can make your own oat flour if you don't want to buy it. It's crucial to grind the oats very well into a flour consistency.
  • ground cinnamon 
  • baking soda
  • dark chocolate chips - I used Lily's Chocolate Chips as a low sugar option - they contain no added sugar.

A complete list of ingredients, amounts and instructions is located on the recipe card below.

banana bread in loaf pan

What else can I mix into the batter?

  • walnuts or nuts of choice
  • white chocolate chips
  • chopped dates or dried fruit
  • unsweetened shredded coconut

Expert Tips

Use spotty-brown bananas opposed to yellow or green. The darker in color they are, the sweeter they will be.

I recommend an 8x4 loaf pan. I find that the bread rises so well in this size pan. Mine is linked HERE.

Properly measure flour by spooning the flour into the measuring cup. Then, level off the top of the cup with a knife. Do not place the measuring cup into the bag and scoop. You could end up with more flour than needed.

Don't overmix the batter. Mix until just combined. You can wind up with tough or gummy banana bread that won't rise if overmixed.

Allow the loaf to cool before slicing or it could fall apart.

banana bread slice

Storage Instructions

Store in an airtight container at room temperature and enjoy within 2-3 days. To freeze, wrap each individual banana bread slice in plastic wrap. Place the slices into a freezer bag. Keep in the freezer for up to 3 months.

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almond butter banana bread

Almond Butter Banana Bread

Almond Butter Banana Bread is moist, easy to make and so delicious! This healthy banana bread recipe is great for breakfast or for a snack.
5 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 8 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 slices
Calories 184 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ⅔ cup mashed spotty-brown bananas - (Use spotty-brown bananas as opposed to yellow or green. The darker in color they are, the sweeter they will be.)
  • ⅓ cup natural creamy almond butter - (Ensure it is nice and drippy. If it's thick and lumpy, it will not mix well.)
  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 2 eggs
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • 1 cup gluten free oat flour
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ cup dark chocolate chips  - (I used Lily's Chocolate Chips as a low sugar option - they contain no added sugar.)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the mashed bananas, almond butter, avocado oil, eggs, maple syrup and vanilla extract.
  • Next, add in the flour, cinnamon and baking soda. Use a rubber spatula to combine the ingredients. If you are using chocolate chips or other mix in's, fold them into the batter. Don't overmix the batter. Mix until just combined. You can wind up with tough or gummy banana bread that won't rise if you keep mixing.
  • Grease an 8x4 loaf pan or use parchment paper. Add the banana bread batter into the loaf pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F for 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  • Let the bread cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then, gently remove it from the pan and place it on a wire cooling rack.
  • Allow the banana bread to cool for at least 1 hour before slicing.
Nutrition Facts
Almond Butter Banana Bread
Amount Per Serving
Calories 184 Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 3g19%
Trans Fat 0.003g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 4g
Cholesterol 0.1mg0%
Sodium 103mg4%
Potassium 206mg6%
Carbohydrates 20g7%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 7g8%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 10IU0%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 75mg8%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

This nutrition information is an estimate and should not be taken as fact. The owner of this website is not liable for this estimation.

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Comments

  1. Deanna

    July 06, 2022 at 9:20 am

    5 stars
    Made it last night to have for breakfast today. Unbelievable. New favorite banana bread recipe.

    Reply
    • krista

      July 06, 2022 at 9:22 am

      LOVE IT!! 🙂

      Reply
      • Robin

        July 06, 2022 at 10:55 am

        What can you use instead of avocado oil?

        Reply
        • krista

          July 06, 2022 at 11:02 am

          Any other oil.

          Reply
  2. Joann

    July 07, 2022 at 3:27 pm

    5 stars
    Best banana bread in the world says my granddaughters. I would have to agree. I rate this recipe 10 out of 10! Wonderful!

    Reply
    • krista

      July 07, 2022 at 3:28 pm

      Great to hear! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Cindy

    August 13, 2022 at 7:29 pm

    Can this be made into muffins instead of banana bread? How would that change the baking time?

    Reply
    • krista

      August 15, 2022 at 7:50 am

      I haven't tried, but I would guess 350 degrees F for 20-25 minutes.

      Reply
  4. Erica

    October 09, 2022 at 9:56 am

    5 stars
    I just made this for breakfast and it is delicious!! I made muffins instead of bread, and baked it for 18 minutes at 350 degrees. (I always have to bake for a little less time in our oven.)

    Reply
    • krista

      October 09, 2022 at 9:58 am

      I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed, Erica! 🙂

      Reply
  5. Sheryl

    November 14, 2022 at 9:12 pm

    Can you use Almond flour instead of oat flour?

    Reply
    • krista

      November 15, 2022 at 8:06 am

      No, they have different textures. I have so many almond flour recipes. Just search "almond flour" in the search bar and they will populate.

      Reply
  6. Deb

    January 10, 2023 at 11:35 am

    5 stars
    This banana bread is as delicious as it looks!

    Reply
    • krista

      January 10, 2023 at 11:52 am

      So glad you love it!!

      Reply

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