Chai Spiced Banana Bread – Gluten Free

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Published Sep 23, 2019 ∙ Kristina Stosek

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This isn’t your everyday Gluten-Free Chai Spiced Banana Bread, it’s a chai-spiced twist on the classic loaf! The warm, aromatic spices blend perfectly with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas, creating a moist, dairy-free treat that’s just as comforting as it is delicious. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or anytime you need a homemade treat.

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Gluten-Free Chai-Spiced Banana Bread: Key Details

  • Appearance: Rich golden-brown with a slightly cracked top.

  • Aroma: Comforting blend of chai spices — cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg, and fresh ginger — with a hint of banana.

  • Texture: Moist, tender, and slightly springy crumb that melts in your mouth, thanks to a mix of sorghum, rice, arrowroot, and almond flours plus mashed bananas.

  • Flavor: Naturally sweet from ripe bananas, balanced with warm chai spices for a sweet-and-spicy taste.

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Why This Chai-Spiced Banana Bread Is Special

  • Gluten- and dairy-free: Perfect for those with celiac disease or dairy intolerance.

  • Healthy fats: Made with heart-healthy olive oil.

  • Naturally sweetened: No added sugar — ripe bananas provide natural sweetness.

  • Healthier option: Combines wholesome ingredients for a nutritious twist on classic banana bread.

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ripe bananas

How to ripen bananas for baking

Poke firm unpeeled bananas all over with a fork or knife. Then place them on a paper towel  and microwave on high for 30 seconds at a time, repeating until they’re as soft as you need them.

Or, you can use the oven method. Place the bananas, still in their peels, on a lined, rimmed baking sheet. Turn the oven to 300°F. Bake the bananas until their peels turn black. The bananas will be mushy and deliciously sweet.

Serving Suggestion 

Enjoy a slice of this healthy gluten-free chai-spiced banana bread as a satisfying breakfast, a nourishing snack, or a comforting dessert. It pairs wonderfully with a cup of hot tea or coffee, enhancing the chai spice experience. You can also spread a thin layer of almond or cashew butter on top for an extra layer of flavor and heartiness.

Health Benefits of Ripe Bananas

Overripe bananas are much sweeter than green bananas, so they are ideal for a recipe when it calls for a sweetener. The best part, even though they are sweeter the calories remain the same, and ripe bananas have many health benefits. 

 

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Gluten-Free Chai-Spiced Banana Bread with Balanced Sweetness

This chai-spiced banana bread is naturally sweetened with ripe bananas, giving it a gentle, balanced sweetness rather than a sugary taste. It pairs beautifully with cheeses or a light spread of marmalade for a little extra indulgence. If you prefer a sweeter loaf, you can easily add ¼ cup of coconut sugar to the batter.

You may also enjoy our Gluten Free Marbled Banana Bread or our wholesome Gluten Free One Bowl Zucchini Banana Flax Bread.

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Chai Spiced Banana Bread – Gluten Free

23 reviews
Published Sep 23, 2019 · Kristina Stosek
Prep Time:
10 min
Cooking Time:
45 min
Serves:
1 loaf

Ingredients

1/2 cup (80 G) white rice flour
1/2 cup (68 G) sweet white sorghum flour
1/2 cup (72 G) arrowroot flour/starch, or tapioca flour
1/2 cup (56 G) almond flour
2 tsp. GF baking powder
1/2 tsp. Baking soda
1/2 tsp. Xanthan gum
3 tsp. GF ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp. GF ground nutmeg
1/2 tsp. GF ground cardamom
1/4 tsp. sea salt
3 medium overripe bananas
2 large eggs
3/4 cup dairy-free milk such as oat or nut milk
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 Tbsp. Minced ginger
1 Tbsp. Fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 tsp. Pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 F and spray a 9-inch by 5-inch loaf pan with cooking oil or line with parchment paper
  2. In a large bowl combine dry ingredients (rice flour to salt)
  3. Place bananas in a food processor and process until smooth. Add eggs, milk, olive oil, ginger, lemon juice and vanilla and process until combined. Add to dry ingredients and mix until smooth
  4. Transfer batter into prepared loaf pan and bake for 50 - 60 minutes, until golden brown and firm to touch. Cool in the loaf pan for 15 minutes, then remove from the pan, and transfer onto a cooling rack to cool

Nutrition Info

  • Nutritional Summary (per slice, 1/12 of loaf): Approximately 230 calories, 3 g protein, 25 g carbohydrates, 2 g fiber, 14 g fat, 2 g saturated fat, 8 g sugar, and 160 mg sodium. Estimates are based on the ingredients listed, using unsweetened almond milk and assuming 12 slices per loaf. Actual values will vary depending on the milk brand and slice size.

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  1. Suzie

    This is my favourite gluten-free banana bread recipe by far!!!

  2. Leslie

    Loved it!

  3. Sally

    perfectly moist and the flavour is soooo good!

  4. Kristina

    thank you!

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