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    the BEST 5 ingredient banana bread using buttermilk

    Apr 13, 2022 · 3 Comments

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    this 5 ingredient banana bread will be the only banana bread recipe you need. it is easy to make, moist, delicious and gluten free friendly!

    banana bread in a loaf pan

    this banana bread recipe is the only banana bread recipe i make anymore, seriously. it's moist, delicious and easy to make. not to mention it is also gluten-free friendly!

    there are a couple key components to making this 5 ingredient banana bread successful. what are they? buttermilk and rest time for the batter. both of these are to making a moist banana bread.

    you won't ever have to worry about having a dry banana bread, ever again!

    5 main ingredients used in this recipe

    • bananas
    • buttermilk
    • flour
    • sugar
    • eggs

    health benefits of bananas

    besides being absolutely delicious, there are so many amazing components to the banana! they are full of antioxidants and rich in nutrients.

    a few highlights are carbs, vitamin c and potassium. bananas are also known to support digestive health since it contains pectic, a type of fiber that promotes digestion.

    last, but definitely not least, bananas are easy to add into your diet and a great food source for recovering after a workout.

    frequently asked questions

    what makes banana bread moist?

    three important factors make this banana bread incredibly moist. the buttermilk, resting the batter and ensuring that you don't use too much flour.

    can i use any replacements for the butter?

    i have not tested the recipe with vegan butter or other butter replacements. it may come out okay but it has not been confirmed through testing (yet).

    can i use regular milk instead of buttermilk?

    you can! but the buttermilk is an important factor to getting an incredibly moist banana bread.

    how can i make the banana bread lighter and fluffier?

    by not overmixing the batter you will have a light and fluffy texture.

    can i use this recipe in muffin form?

    you can! the baking time will be much less and i would recommend keeping an eye on it so that the result isn't overbaked.

    stack of banana bread slices

    related recipes using bananas

    • protein banana muffins
    • no bake chocolate fudge balls
    • breakfast banana split
    • chocolate banana breakfast cake
    • healthy banana waffle

    if you try this banana bread recipe, please consider leaving a rating and comment at the end of this blog post. it is incredibly helpful to my business and fellow readers!

    slices of banana bread with a fork

    5 ingredient banana bread

    Jess Selensky
    this 5 ingredient banana bread will be the only banana bread recipe you need. it is easy to make, moist, delicious and gluten free friendly!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 30 mins
    Cook Time 1 hr
    Total Time 2 hrs 20 mins
    Course Breakfast, brunch, Dessert, Snack
    Servings 8 slices

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 bananas very ripe
    • ½ cup butter softened
    • 2 eggs
    • 3 tbsp buttermilk
    • 1 cup granulated sugar or monk fruit sweetener
    • 1 cup gluten free flour
    • 1 tsp baking soda

    Instructions
     

    • preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and line a loaf pan with parchment paper
    • mash the ripe bananas until mostly smooth, some clumps will remain
    • add in the butter, eggs, buttermilk and granulated sugar
    • mix until fully combined
    • fold in the gluten free flour ⅓ cup at a time as well as the baking soda with the last ⅓ cup of flour
    • mix until fully combined
    • rest the batter for 1 hour in mixing bowl
    • spray the parchment paper in the loaf pan with non stick and transfer the batter into the loaf pan after fully rested
    • spread in an even layer and bake for a total of ~1 hour (rotating the loaf pan halfway through)
    • remove from the oven when a toothpick comes out clean
    • let cool completely before slicing (1-2 hours or more)
    • slice and enjoy!
    Keyword banana bread, buttermilk banana bread, buttermilk in baking, gluten free banana bread, gluten-free baking, moist banana bread

    if you try this banana bread recipe, please consider leaving a rating and comment at the end of this blog post. it is incredibly helpful to my business and fellow readers!

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    1. Rosanna says

      April 18, 2022 at 9:13 pm

      5 stars
      Delicious! Super moist and tasty, we loved it

      Reply
    2. Tannah says

      June 15, 2022 at 11:44 am

      Hi! Can you use normal cake flour?

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      • feastytravels says

        June 20, 2022 at 12:43 am

        Yes you could try that!

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