Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Banana Bread (Moist, Almond Flour Loaf)

The perfect balance of sweet and nutty, my gluten-free chocolate chip banana bread recipe takes a classic banana bread recipe and turns it into a glorious gluten-free alternative with almond flour instead of all-purpose flour. Gluten-free Reese's cups banana bread, anyone? Paleo, gluten-free and sugar-free, what else could you want?

As some of you may have figured out, my partner and I split up in September. Since then, I have been on an awkward path to carve out a life on my own.

I sit on the bed in the apartment I used to share with my ex, my eyes getting as big as saucers with every passing word. I look at the furniture around me, furniture I had lovingly selected with a man I loved, respected, and enjoyed bantering with. I see the stark contrasts in the shadows, just awaiting to rear their ugly heads in protest.

When dating life gets to be just a bit too much, I head to the kitchen and pull out the baking pans. 

Making my Gluten Free Chocolate Chip Banana Bread Recipe

I head to the kitchen and whip up a simple gluten-free banana bread with chocolate chips. Like my healthy chocolate banana bread and flourless gluten free pumpkin bread, this loaf is rooted in comfort and ease. Toasted peanuts, banana mixture, almond meal, and dark chocolate chips mingle in the batter. I sweeten the flavor with stevia, like my orange cranberry cake, and I measure out the coconut oil. I watch it bake and rise, the top crisp up and golden, the chocolate chips soften into spheres of cocoa richness. I breathe in the scent of bananas.

Sixty minutes later, I have bread. Life feels just a bit simpler.

It is then that I understand the importance of baking in my life.

And I know that maybe I'm not really ready for dating, after all.

The recipe for this quick, soul-warming paleo chocolate peanut banana bread first appeared on the Greeniche blog.

And though this might not be with the lightest heart, I am very happy to share this gluten free chocolate chip banana bread recipe with peanuts and almond flour with you guys today. 

What Flour Works Best for This Banana Bread?

For a loaf that stays tender yet holds together beautifully, almond flour is my go-to. It lends a natural sweetness and a moist crumb that regular gluten-free blends sometimes miss.

If you can't find almond flour, finely ground almond meal works in a pinch but you will end up with a denser texture. 

For other gluten-free desserts with almond-flour, I recommend my almond flour rhubarb tart with honey, this blueberry polenta cake, or gluten free cherry cobbler. 

How to Serve This Banana Bread (Pairings That Work)

• Pair with gluten free strawberry scones or Gluten-Free Angel Food Cake for a berry-bright brunch
• Enjoy with a cinnamon-spiced drink, dairy-free sunbutter latte or a creamy vanilla lavender oat latte.
• Try a refreshing drink like Homemade Sweet Tea.

If you want a sweeter dessert pairing, a scoop of ice cream or a drizzle of honey pairs beautifully.

Storage Instructions for Homemade Banana Bread 

Refrigerator Storage 

Perfect for meal prepping (or for the highs and lows post-breakup). Wrap tightly in plastic wrap or put in a airtight container, and it will last in the fridge for around one week. 

Freezer Storage 

This gluten-free chocolate chip banana bread also freezes beautifully! Freeze slices or a whole loaf for up to 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge or give a gentle warm-up in a 300°F oven for 10 minutes. 

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