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    Home / Recipes / Breads & Muffins / Keto Banana Bread (Gluten Free)

    Keto Banana Bread (Gluten Free)

    September 19, 2020 by Keto Cooking Christian 5 Comments

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    A mouth watering, moist and delicious banana nut bread that's Keto and low carb! Sound too good to be true? It's not! Just wait until you taste this one!

    Keto Banana Bread closeup on platter
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    Jump to:
    • What's in Keto Banana Bread
    • How to Make Keto Banana Bread with Almond Flour
    • How Do I Store Sugar Free Banana Bread?
    • Can I Eat Bananas on Keto?
    • Tips for the Best Keto Banana Bread
    • What is Oat Fiber? Is Oat Fiber Keto?
    • What is a Substitute for Oat Fiber?
    • More Low Carb and Keto Muffins

    If you're following Keto or a low Carb diet, you may have been missing your favorite banana nut bread recipe.

    Keto Banana Bread closeup on top

    Well, you're in for a wonderful surprise with this almond flour banana bread. There's a secret though-it has no bananas!

    Keto Banana Bread close up of slice

    This fluffy and delightful Keto banana bread uses banana extract to give it the most amazing banana flavor but without all the carbs! Even your non Keto eaters are going to be amazed at how wonderful it is.

    What's in Keto Banana Bread

    • Almond flour
    • Oat fiber
    • Eggs
    • Sour cream
    • Heavy cream
    • Monk fruit/allulose blend, powdered 
    • Walnuts
    • Banana extract
    • Baking powder
    • Ground cinnamon
    • Ground nutmeg
    • Vanilla extract
    • Salt

    *Exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

    How to Make Keto Banana Bread with Almond Flour

    Preheat oven to 325F.

    In a mixing bowl, add in the almond flour, oat fiber, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg.

    banana bread dry ingredients in glass bowl

    Then whisk until well combined and set aside.

    banana bread dry ingredients in glass bowl with whisk

    In another mixing bowl, add in the eggs whites and whip using a hand mixer, till they have stiff peaks.

    whipped egg whites in glass bowl

    In a third larger mixing bowl, add in the remaining ingredients, except for the walnuts, and mix.

    banana bread wet ingredients unmixed

    Add in the egg whites and mix briefly.

    banana bread wet ingredients mixed

    Then add in the dry ingredients and mix until everything is well combined.

    banana bread wet ingredients being mixed

    Mix in half of the walnuts by hand.

    banana bread wet ingredients with nuts

    Pour into a 9' x 5' loaf pan that's been sprayed with nonstick spray.

    Keto Banana Bread unbaked in red loaf pan

    Sprinkle the remaining walnuts over the top and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick, when inserted, comes out clean.

    Keto Banana Bread baked in red loaf pan

    Banana bread made with almond flour will be very delicate when warm so you'll need to allow it to cool for about 15 minutes in the pan, then transfer it to a cooling rack to completely before cutting into.

    Keto Banana Bread baked on white platter

    Next is the best part! Slice it up and serve. You are going to fall in love with the flavor and texture in this Keto banana bread!

    Note: This bread is not overly sweet, so if you prefer it a little on the sweeter side, add another ¼ cup of the monk fruit/allulose.

    Keto Banana Bread close up of slice

    How Do I Store Sugar Free Banana Bread?

    It'll store just fine at room temp on your kitchen counter. If you want to extend the freshness a bit, you can put it in the fridge for up to a week.

    Here is a meal prep tip for you! You're going to love the flavors of this gluten free banana bread so go ahead and double the recipe! You can enjoy one now, and freeze one for later when you need a quick breakfast or snack on the go.

    To freeze it, just wrap your desired portion sizes really well in a plastic wrap then slip them into a freezer bag, Place in the freezer for up to a couple of months. To thaw, just unwrap it and place it in the fridge over night.

    Can I Eat Bananas on Keto?

    To say a food is or is not Keto is debatable in some Keto groups. It's important to remember that Keto is not just about carb intake, it's about eating foods that are healthy with low to no sugar. For one serving of bananas, there're 25 grams of carbs! That's more than a daily amount of carbs recommended on Keto.

    By using banana extract in place of bananas in this recipe, it takes all that worry away with only 5 net carbs per serving! You can enjoy guilt free banana bread anytime you'd like.

    Keto Banana Bread sliced on platter

    Tips for the Best Keto Banana Bread

    What's the Best Sweetener for Gluten Free Banana Bread?

    This recipe specifically calls for Monk fruit/ Allulose Blend. But if you have another sugar substitute you enjoy baking with, by all means, use it. Swerve also makes a fantastic confectioners Keto sweetener that you can use.

    When substituting sweeteners in any recipe, always look at the sweetness conversion chart to see if you should use equal amounts or adjust according to the instructions with the sweeteners.

    Wholesome Yum's Besti Powdered Monk Fruit/Allulose is my absolute favorite blend to use! It has perfect texture and far exceeds anything else I've ever tried. Use code: KCC10 to save 10%.

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    Can I Substitute the Walnuts in Sugar Free Banana Nut Bread?

    Of course! Pecans are a great Keto friendly nut that bakes very similarly to walnuts. You really can't go wrong with whichever nut you use.

    What if I Don't Have Loaf Pan?

    Loaf pans like this one are very affordable and they last a very long time. They're dish washer safe and can really hold up well, even for avid bakers.

    But, if you're like some people and just don't want another pan in your kitchen, this recipe can be easily be converted to sugar free banana nut muffins.

    Fill the silicone muffin liners about ¾'s full. Almond flour doesn't rise much, so you can fill them with more batter than traditional muffins. The baking temp will be the same, but the amount of time will vary. Start checking for doneness after about 15 minutes.

    Keto Banana Bread closeup on top

    What Toppings Can I Serve with Low Carb Banana Bread?

    This banana nut bread is perfect without any toppings. But for a little touch of extra decadence, you can top a slice with a little homemade whip cream with some additional chopped nuts or you can make this Salted Caramel Sauce to drizzle over the top.

    If you're looking for a different twist on leftover slices of almond flour banana nut bread, butter them on both sides, then add them to a warm skillet and slightly toast them. Sprinkle with a little cinnamon and granulated sugar substitute like Swerve or this Monk fruit/Erythritol Blend.

    There's so many yummy options for this recipe!

    How Do I Make Almond Flour Banana Bread Moist?

    Almond flour is easy to bake with and you'll find so many uses for it when you become more familiar with its baking properties. By nature, almond flour is high in fat which really keeps baked goods moist, but this gluten free banana bread even has an added guarantee for mouth watering moist bread. Oat fiber!

    What is Oat Fiber? Is Oat Fiber Keto?

    Oat Fiber is made from grinding the outer husks of oats. How healthy is oat fiber? It's pure insoluble fiber, which doesn't dissolve in water and isn't broken down in the digestive tract, so it has zero net carbs and is perfect for a Keto Diet. It helps give a more traditional texture and that's why I use it so often. Check out all the Keto Oat Fiber Recipes you can make!

    What is a Substitute for Oat Fiber?

    To get the best results, it's best to use oat fiber if you can. If you're unable to find it, try a combination of psyllium husk powder and coconut flour. Since both are very absorbent, you might have to add more liquid.

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    More Low Carb and Keto Muffins

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    • Snickerdoodle Muffins
    • Mock Apple Muffins
    • Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
    • Blueberry Muffins
    • Cranberry Sauce Walnut Muffins
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    Keto Banana Bread (Gluten Free)

    A mouth watering, moist and delicious banana nut bread that's Keto and low carb! Sound too good to be true? It's not! Just wait until you taste this one!
    5 from 3 votes
    Author: Julianne
    Servings 12
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    PREP 5 minutes mins
    COOK 40 minutes mins
    TOTAL 45 minutes mins

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 ¾ cups almond flour
    • ¼ cup oat fiber, see notes
    • 3 whole eggs, separated
    • ½ cup sour cream
    • ¼ cup heavy cream
    • ½ cup monk fruit/allulose blend, powdered
    • ¾ cup walnuts, chopped & divided
    • 2 teaspoons banana extract
    • 2 teaspoons baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • Pinch of salt

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 325F.
    • In a mixing bowl, add in the almond flour, oat fiber, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg, then whisk until well combined and set aside.
    • In another mixing bowl, add in the eggs whites and whip using a hand mixer, till they have stiff peaks. In a third larger mixing bowl, add in the remaining ingredients, except for the walnuts, and mix.
    • Add in the egg whites and mix briefly, then add in the dry ingredients and mix until everything is well combined. Mix in half of the walnuts by hand, then pour into a 9' x 5' loaf pan that’s been sprayed with nonstick spray.
    • Sprinkle the remaining walnuts over the top and bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick, when inserted, comes out clean. Allow to cool completely before cutting into, then slice up and serve.

    Recipe Notes

    If you can't find powdered monk fruit/allulose, you can use monk fruit or Swerve confectioners instead in the same amounts.
    This bread is not overly sweet, so if you prefer it a little on the sweeter side, add another ¼ cup of the monk fruit/allulose.
    Oat Fiber is made from grinding the outer husks of oats. How healthy is oat fiber? It's pure insoluble fiber, which doesn't dissolve in water and isn't broken down in the digestive tract, so it has zero net carbs and is perfect for a Keto Diet. It helps give a more traditional texture and that's why I use it so often. Check out all the Keto Oat Fiber Recipes you can make!
    To get the best results, it's best to use oat fiber if you can. If you're unable to find it, try a combination of psyllium husk powder and coconut flour. Since both are very absorbent, you might have to add more liquid.

    *Make sure to scroll up and read the post for substitutions, additions and helpful tips for making this recipe.

    Course Breads, Breakfast
    Cuisine American
    Calories 256kcal
    Nutrition Facts
    Keto Banana Bread (Gluten Free)
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    256
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    23
    g
    35
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    9
    g
    56
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    9
    g
    3
    %
    Fiber
     
    4
    g
    17
    %
    Sugar
     
    1
    g
    1
    %
    Protein
     
    7
    g
    14
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    *Nutritional data is provided as a courtesy and is accurate to the best of my knowledge. You can verify it using the nutrition calculator of your choice. All data is based on net carbs, without sugar alcohol: Swerve, Erythritol, Monk Fruit or Allulose.

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    1. Theresa M Linn

      May 01, 2023 at 2:56 pm

      5 stars
      I left out the walnuts. I added the extra sweetener and also I Used muffin pans. Get May '12 beautiful muffins. Thank you for the recipe

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      • Keto Cooking Christian

        May 03, 2023 at 1:27 pm

        Sounds like a great idea, and you're so welcome!

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    2. Grace

      April 22, 2022 at 11:12 am

      5 stars
      I made this bread for the first time this morning. Two questions: I couldn't find the # of servings anywhere. ANd my bread was done but not as brown looking as your photo. Does the oat fiber inhibit the browning? Did I need to bake it longer? Should I have used convection mode? Thanks

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      • Keto Cooking Christian

        October 06, 2022 at 9:28 am

        It sounds like it needed a little more baking or perhaps place it on a higher rack in your oven. There are 12 servings in the recipe 🙂

        Reply
    3. Becky

      October 01, 2020 at 12:01 pm

      5 stars
      It looks awesome - the moisture, the texture! And the fact that it is Keto and gluten-free is so attractive to me. Thanks for sharing, I will definitely try this recipe soon!

      Reply

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