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Cacao Gluten Free Banana Bread Recipe

Enjoy a healthy spin on a classic sweet treat.
Prep Time30 mins
Cook Time45 mins
Course: Dessert
Servings: 6 slices

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cup coconut flour
  • 3-4 medium sized over ripe bananas
  • 1 flax egg or real egg
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil
  • 1/2 cup coconut sugar
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 2 tbsp raw organic cacao powder
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F / 175 C.
  • Mash bananas in a mixing bowl with a potato masher or a fork until smooth. Add egg and coconut oil together and stir well.
  • In a separate bowl, combine dry ingredients (coconut flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, cocoa powder, salt, sugar).
  • Add dry ingredients to banana mixture and mix until all ingredients are combined. Pour into a lightly greased loaf pan or small cast iron skillet.
  • Sprinkle the 60% dark chocolate chips on top of the mixture (optional).
  • Bake for 45 minutes, or until the top of the bread is firm and a toothpick comes out clean. Allow to cool before serving.

Notes

Serving size is based on using a small cast iron skillet.