Last Updated on January 30, 2026 by Carrie Korem, FNTP

A good gluten-free banana bread recipe is something I think every home should have. This one is simple to make with basic pantry staples like bananas, eggs, butter, vanilla and a little cinnamon. It turns out soft and moist every time and makes the house smell like home. You can freeze it, slice it for snacks, toast it, or even turn the batter into muffins. It is a recipe you will want to make again and again.

This gluten free banana bread recipe is one I have been making for years and it is still our favorite. It is just sweet enough and a great way to use up bananas on the counter. You can also slice and freeze it for later which is so helpful on busy days.

Ingredients

You only need a few things to make this gluten free banana bread recipe.

Here is what goes in it:

Overripe bananas
Organic Eggs
Unsalted Butter
Vanilla Extract
Organic cane sugar
Finely ground almond flour
Tapioca flour
Baking soda
Baking powder
Cinnamon
Celtic sea salt

These simple ingredients create a soft tender banana bread without any gluten.

Can I Make It Dairy Free?

Yes you can. If you need dairy free banana bread simply swap the butter with coconut oil. Use 4 and a half tablespoons of coconut oil in place of the butter. The bread still turns out moist and full of flavor.

How to Make Gluten Free Baking Easy

Gluten free baking can feel tricky at first but it gets easier once you know what works. Using the right flour blend matters most. I always recommend to let the batter rest a few minutes before baking it, if you have time. Use very ripe bananas too. They help keep the bread soft and naturally sweet. I also like to bake gluten free bread at a lower heat so it cooks all the way through without drying out.

What is the Best Gluten Free Flour

I am not a fan of most store bought gluten free flour blends. They often taste grainy or leave a strange aftertaste. They also are not soaked or sprouted which can take important minerals from your body and make digestion harder.

So instead I use single flours like finely ground almond flour, coconut flour, tapioca flour or arrowroot. I buy them from Thrive Market or Amazon and keep them in glass jars in my pantry. Having these on hand makes gluten free baking easy and much healthier.

How to Store and Freeze Banana Bread

This gluten free banana bread stores well which is one reason we love it. Keep it in an airtight container on the counter for two or three days. You can also freeze it for up to three months. I like to slice it before freezing so I can pull out just one piece at a time when I need a quick breakfast or snack.

Other Gluten-Free Baking Recipes for You:

Apple Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Blueberry Streusel Muffin Recipe
Morning Glory Muffins

This gluten free banana bread recipe is simple comforting and so easy to make. I hope you love it as much as we do!