This Paleo Chocolate Chunk Banana Bread is sweetened only with bananas for a guiltless treat that tastes just like traditional banana bread! This is an easy recipe you’ll come back to again and again. This paleo banana bread is also gluten-free, grain free, and sugar-free.
**2017 Update** This recipe has been a favorite since it’s initial publishing in August of 2014 – I’ve made it SO many times, always to rave reviews, and I know so many of you love it too! This well-loved recipe deserved some new photos, so it got a makeover!
Of course, the recipe remains the same as when it was originally published, as does the original post text below. If you haven’t tried this one yet…what are you waiting for?!
I originally was not going to post this recipe on Bakerita, not only because I already have way too many banana bread recipes on this site, but also because 80% of them include chocolate in some way. Oops. #sorrynotsorry
But…after I made it, and it got devoured within mere hours, with everyone having no idea it was grain-free and no sugar added (besides the chocolate), I decided it needed to be posted. And YEAH, you read that right – this banana bread has NO sugar added.
Because THIS banana bread is sweetened only with bananas. Of course, I ruined the sugar free thing by adding chunks of chopped chocolate (so much better than chocolate chips guys – try it), but who can resist big melted chocolate chunks in their banana bread?!?
Leave the chocolate out though (or make your own batch of paleo chocolate), and this stuff is totally paleo-friendly, grain-free, gluten-free, no sugar added, soy-free…I can’t think of any more “frees” but I’m sure it totally could apply to more diet categories too.
I was eating slivers of this banana bread with some of the chocolate coconut almond butter that I used in the recipe as well. It was so beyond good, guys. The banana flavor comes through better than most recipes I’ve made, and they also add so much moisture and keep the bread super tender. The touch of cinnamon adds that extra bit of warmth too. SO good.
I absolutely love how guilt-free this stuff is while tasting so insanely decadent. AND – it’s easy. I hate when quick batters take forever to come together, so it makes me happy that this one doesn’t take more than a few minutes of measuring and stirring ingredients together. No need to worry about overmixing either, since there’s no gluten in this recipe!
Paleo Chocolate Chunk Banana Bread Recipe
This Paleo Chocolate Chunk Banana Bread is a standout, even among all my other banana bread recipes. Since I posted this recipe back during my senior year of college, it’s been made countless times in my kitchen, in my sister’s kitchen, and in hundreds (maybe thousands?) of your kitchens! Tons of you have let me know that it’s a staple for you and your familys. I believe my favorite way to enjoy a slice is warmed up for about 15-20 seconds in the microwave, either plain or with a tiny bit of almond butter drizzled on top…swooooon!
If you’re one of the folks that haven’t yet tried this Paleo Banana Bread, I think it’s time to change that! You’re going to love this moist, flavorful, just-sweet-enough banana bread. Get the recipe below, get to baking, and enjoy each and every bite.
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Paleo Chocolate Chunk Banana Bread
This Paleo Chocolate Chunk Banana Bread is sweetened only with bananas for a guiltless treat that tastes just like traditional banana bread! This is easy recipe you'll come back to again and again. This paleo banana bread is also gluten-free, grain free, and sugar-free.
Ingredients
- 4 bananas 2 1/2 cups mashed or 575 grams
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 cup (140 grams) almond butter or any nut butter of your choice
- 4 tablespoons coconut oil melted
- 1/2 cup (75 grams) coconut flour
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of sea salt
- 6 oz. dark chocolate chopped (see Notes for recommendation to keep 100% Paleo)
Instructions
- Grease one 9"x5" loaf pan (or 8"x8" square pan, which is what I used) and preheat the oven to 350ºF.
- In a large bowl or mixer, combine the mashed bananas, eggs, coconut oil, vanilla extract and nut butter until fully combined.
- Add the coconut flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and sea salt to the wet ingredients and mix well. Fold in the chocolate chunks.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and spread it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 40 minutes if using a square pan, and 50-60 if using a loaf pan. A toothpick inserted into the center should come out clean, and when you press down lightly on the loaf, it should spring back, not stay indented. If a toothpick comes out clean but the loaf isn't springing back, keep it in the oven until it does to ensure it's baked through.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool on a wire rack for about 1/2 hour. Flip out onto a cooling rack to finish cooling.
Recipe Notes
Try making your own Paleo chocolate chunks to use in this bread, which keeps it totally Paleo!
Recipe adapted slightly from Civilized Caveman Cooking
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Baby June says
August 10, 2014 at 10:15 amWow, that looks amazing! So glad you posted it, definitely going to save this recipe :)
Betty says
August 13, 2017 at 6:39 amHow many carbs are in one piece of banana bread?
Rachel says
August 13, 2017 at 7:16 amHi Betty, you can insert the recipe link here: myfitnesspal.com/recipe_parser to calculate the nutritional information.
Ashley says
August 10, 2014 at 4:48 pmI agree – I love using chopped chocolate instead of chips! It’s so good! And this bread looks fantastic … I wish I had a piece for dessert!
Kayle (The Cooking Actress) says
August 10, 2014 at 6:26 pmWHAAAA??! The pictures are awesome, ya weirdo :P
SO glad you shared this recipe-looks totally gooey and incredibly tasty, and I cannot get over that it’s (mostly) sugar and grain free!
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
August 10, 2014 at 7:21 pmWow, I am in love with this bread! Banana bread is my absolute favorite, but making it paleo and with chocolate is the ultimate treat! Pinned!
Medha @ Whisk & Shout says
August 10, 2014 at 8:03 pmThis looks beyond delicious and banana bread is my favorite morning treat!
Tash says
August 11, 2014 at 12:18 amYummy this looks divine! Banana bread is an all-time treat over here :)
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says
August 11, 2014 at 2:13 amI think the pictures look awesome girl :) Definitely has me craving for some banana bread right now! Love the chocolate chunks in here!
Miranda says
August 11, 2014 at 4:14 amOooh that looks great! Might need to fit that into my paleo diet this week!
Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness says
August 11, 2014 at 5:22 amThank you for posting this, and not keeping it from our taste buds! My hubanana loves banana bread (hence the name) and I Love chocolate…because I am a normal human. This is happening. Pinned!
Beth @ bethcakes says
August 11, 2014 at 9:34 amI’m so glad you posted this, Rachel! I totally never would have known it’s no-sugar by looking at the photos. I looks completely decadent and rich! I love the way that chopped chocolate looks in there too. Love all of your banana breads! :)
Thalia @ butter and brioche says
August 11, 2014 at 1:50 pmWOW this choc banana bread looks so delicious.. definitely could devour a slice right now. yum!
Lisa | Mummy Made.It says
August 11, 2014 at 2:56 pmYou can never have too much banana bread!! Especially when it’s as healthy as this.
Nora (A Clean Bake) says
August 11, 2014 at 3:37 pmOne can never, ever, EVER have too many chocolate-studded no-other-sugar-added banana bread recipes, so I will happily read, make and eat as many more as you can throw at me!This looks fan-freakin-tastic.
Monique @ Ambitious Kitchen says
August 11, 2014 at 8:09 pmI just started baking with coconut flour and I am in LOVE! This banana bread looks absolutely amazing. And you used almond butter – YUM!
PassTheKnife says
August 12, 2014 at 11:37 amThis banana bread looks great and I’ve been grappling with the idea of doing the paleo diet, if treats like this are available, the diet is a cinch!
[email protected] The Gastronomic Bong says
August 12, 2014 at 5:05 pmRachel! Everything about this sounds so amazing. . Banana and chocolate chips together is just yumm!!
Muna Kenny says
August 13, 2014 at 3:30 amHow, how, how can you make banana bread look so sexy, how? I saw the first pic, and that melted chocolate, It looks so good … Never seen such beautiful banana bread. Thanks for sharing :)
Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says
August 13, 2014 at 1:12 pmGorgeous chunky banana bread! It looks so moist and filling inside. Wish I could grab a big slice through the screen!
Olivia - Primavera Kitchen says
August 14, 2014 at 7:12 amI died and went to heaven!!! This banana bread would be my ultimate weakness!!! Awesome!!! You have always AWESOME recipes ;-)
Julia says
August 14, 2014 at 8:19 pmIt looks so moooooooist! Ugh, I die!!! I love banana bread and am always up for a good paleo treat. I have a tub of coconut oil in my cupboard that’s begging to be made into all the banana breads. Bravo, my dear!
Sarah @ SnixyKitchen says
August 14, 2014 at 10:46 pmI love that this is only sweetened with bananas (and chocolate chips) AND is grain free. Swoooooon!
Kate @ ¡Hola! Jalapeño says
August 18, 2014 at 12:21 pmI’m so happy I stopped by your blog today. I have a plethora of bananas that need using and all the ingredients to make this bread-heading to the kitchen right now!
RunnerGirl says
August 28, 2014 at 4:54 pmThis is the second recipe (first was a blueberry crumble, which I’ve made twice since it was so good!) I’ve made from your blog – loved this bread!
Thanks!
Rachel Conners says
August 28, 2014 at 8:28 pmAwesome – so so glad you liked both recipes!! :) They’re two of my favorites as well.
Misty says
August 31, 2014 at 7:24 amThis bread is divine. Makes one big loaf or two smaller ones. My kids love it, as do I and my husband!
Rachel Conners says
August 31, 2014 at 2:25 pmSo glad that you like the bread, Misty!! :)
Joelle Mae says
September 6, 2014 at 2:39 pmI tried this recipe yesterday. I know the greatness of this recipe is that it doesn’t have grains in it, but I didn’t have any coconut flour on hand so I used 1.5 cups of all purpose flour (I guess you need different quantities of different flours). The bread was delicious and it felt great knowing it was good for me too. Next time I will try with coconut flour.
Rachel Conners says
September 7, 2014 at 7:59 amGood to know it works using AP flour as well! I have readers ask about that substitution for grain-free flours but because I’ve never tried it, I can never answer. Thanks for letting us all know it works in this recipe! So glad you liked the bread, Joelle!
patty says
October 5, 2014 at 10:47 amDo you know if almond flour can be used as a sub for coconut flour?
Rachel Conners says
October 5, 2014 at 11:10 amI haven’t tried it, but coconut flour absorbs more liquid than almond flour does, so you might have to increase the amount.
Kat P says
October 31, 2014 at 7:14 pmJoelle Mae, I would love to make this with all-purpose flour since I don’t have any coconut flour. However, I’ve read that coconut flour requires the use of more eggs. Did you adjust the number of eggs with the AP flour? I assume you could substitute vegetable oil for coconut oil in this recipe?
em says
September 14, 2016 at 1:41 pmDid you still use the same # of eggs when using all purpose flour or did you reduce them to 2? thanks
Rachel says
September 15, 2016 at 8:07 amHi Em – though I haven’t tried with AP flour, I’d keep the same number of eggs the same. Since Joelle Mae didn’t mention changing the number of eggs, I’d assume she didn’t adjust those and just adjusted the flour amount to accommodate the amount of liquid. I hope this makes sense, and that the bread turns out wonderfully for you!
nicole says
September 7, 2014 at 9:40 amBesides almond butter, Whay other types can I use? Thanks!
Rachel Conners says
September 7, 2014 at 10:17 amI’ve only used almond butter, but you could use cashew butter, pecan butter, pretty much any type of nut butter you have available to you! Sunflower seed butter would probably work as well.
Cindy says
October 14, 2014 at 12:06 pmJust came across this recipe on Pintrest…want to make it for my son, but he has allergies to almonds, can you use regular butter? If so, same amount? We could try sunflower seed butter as it is a seed and not a tree nut if regular butter does not work.
Rachel Conners says
October 14, 2014 at 12:34 pmHi Cindy! I would definitely recommend a nut or seed butter, so sunflower seed butter would definitely be best if he can’t have nuts! You can use the same amount. Be aware that sometimes sunflower seed butter can turn a bit green in baked goods, so don’t be alarmed if that happens. I hope your son likes it!
paleobrownies says
October 14, 2014 at 9:42 pmNice recipe ! I will surely try this at home.
Anne-Marie Keightley says
November 4, 2014 at 5:03 amNot sure where you get 2 bananas that weigh over half a kilo! I would need up to 8 to get that weight of peeled bananas!
Rachel Conners says
November 4, 2014 at 12:14 pmHi Anne, I know bananas vary widely in size, which is why I also provided volume and weight measurements so that the recipe will turn out most accurately for you.
Dana says
December 12, 2014 at 8:32 amLOVE the civilized caveman recipe. It’s one of the best banana breads I’ve ever tasted!! Love your addition of the dark chocolate. I was thinking of trying that out myself too :)
Hudson says
January 16, 2015 at 10:03 amThis is the second time I’ve made this recipe, because I have made several other paleo-friendly bread recipes and this is so far the best base. I did make a couple adjustments. I upped the cinnamon and added nutmeg and ginger and I added a ½ c of walnuts for crunch. I find it best for all these dense breads to beat the eggs to get them frothy and to sift the flour, no matter what kind and how fine. Getting it finer makes it the bread more airy. I recently found sweet potato flour and will try it next time, though I hate to mess with a good thing, but I think since I am getting to know this recipe, trying it once, will help me know what sweet potato brings to the table, so to speak. I didn’t start making breads and using dark chocolate till I was over a year on paleo as I was afraid they’d become gate-way drugs back to my old way of eating. In fact, I’ve learned that my palate no longer craves all the chocolate and the amount in the bread makes it satisfying that I don’t consider the old ways. Thanks for sharing this recipe!
Rachel Conners says
January 16, 2015 at 2:46 pmThanks for the tips, Hunter! It’s good to hear how the recipe turned out for you and your recommendations. So glad you liked it!
Chrissy says
February 22, 2015 at 3:57 pmThis is really great! I added one shredded zucchini b/c I needed to use one up and left out the chocolate b/c we’ve been eating enough of that lately. It’s really awesome even with those changes! Thanks for the great recipe!
Rachel Conners says
February 22, 2015 at 5:59 pmAwesome, I’m so glad you liked the recipe Chrissy! Thanks for letting everyone know how it turned out with the changes you made.
Karen says
March 8, 2015 at 9:25 pmI’m not a baker in fact baking and I don’t mix. I made this recipe and holy moly it’s good! I made muffins instead of bread baked for 20 minutes and they are perfect. I’ve scarfed down two already and I’m eyeing a third. Thank you for sharing this…I’ve missed banana bread since going grain and sugar free.
Janice says
March 28, 2015 at 4:45 amQuick question, where are you getting grain free baking powder? I’ve seen a couple of ‘paleo’ recipes with baking powder recently. The baking powder I have contains maize starch….
Rachel Conners says
March 28, 2015 at 12:47 pmHi Janice! If you’re concerned about grain free baking powder, you can make your own at home with just 3 ingredients to ensure it’s grain free.
Karen Larimore says
April 1, 2015 at 10:38 amThis recipe looks so good! I just started eating Paleo and I’m missing chocolate. I checked the link you provided for the recipe to make your own Paleo chocolate, but it states that it is not for baking. Have you (or anyone else out there) had success using this in baking? I really want to make this recipe!
Lucie says
April 1, 2015 at 12:10 pmI’ve made this recipe several times!! It’s a massive hit in our household. Simple to make and by far the best banana bread recipe out there!!
Rachel Conners says
April 1, 2015 at 12:21 pmAwesome, I’m so glad that you like it Lucie!! Thanks for reporting back :)
Sarah says
April 7, 2015 at 6:52 amI made this on Sunday at about 11am by Sunday night it was almost gone I made it in a 9×11 pan and my hubs that HATES bananas was getting some every time he came in the kitchen as was I. It will be made for gathering ONLY I can’t be trusted with this in the house.
catherine says
April 26, 2015 at 1:48 pmI make this recipe at least once a month. I sometimes skip the chocolate or add just a little. I add chunks of pear or apple, with added cinnamon. Once I added caramelized ginger. This recipe is awesome.
Laurie says
April 27, 2015 at 9:50 amI’m fairly new to paleo baking. What do you grease your pans with? I’m guessing that shortening is out?
Thanks!
Rachel says
April 27, 2015 at 10:05 amHi Laurie! I usually use coconut oil cooking spray, but a little melted coconut oil can be used also. Enjoy :)
anya clark says
May 8, 2015 at 10:45 pmIs it better to use almond butter, because it has a weaker flavour?
Rachel says
May 8, 2015 at 10:57 pmHi Anya. Yes, almond butter is recommended to use in this recipe, but other nut butters may be substituted based on personal preference.
Lexy Harness says
August 31, 2015 at 5:22 pmI absolutely looove this recipe. I have made it so many times now. And now that I have been struck down with the dreaded gestational diabetes it’s become a real life saver for when I crave sweets, which is most of the time! I just substitute five or six packets of splenda for the honey in the paleo chocolate chunks and it tastes just as good and doesn’t raise my blood sugar at all.
Rachel says
August 31, 2015 at 6:18 pmThat is amazing to hear – and thanks so much for sharing your chocolate trick for others who may be in a similar situation! So glad you love this recipe, it’s a favorite of mine too. Thanks, Lexi!
VQ says
October 12, 2015 at 9:44 pmI made this banana bread today and my kids loved it! I went to cut a slice to put in my daughter’s lunch and discovered that it had turned green! Not all the way through, but about half of the loaf is green. The only thing I changed was substituting seed butter for nut butter so I could send it to school. Has this happened to anyone else?
Rachel says
October 12, 2015 at 9:49 pmHi Vicky! So glad you liked the banana bread. Don’t worry about the green – that’s a reaction from using sunflower seed butter. Something in sunflower seed butter reacts with baking soda and baking powder and causes it to turn green as it cools. It’s totally safe though, just a little alarming when you’re not expecting it. Enjoy!
Sharon says
October 14, 2015 at 4:15 pmHas anyone tried to freeze this? How was it after defrosting? It does taste amazing! :)
Jessa says
November 13, 2015 at 12:00 pmI just made these with sunbutter and they’re delicious! My little ones and I each wolfed down our first slice and went back for seconds, thank you!
Rachel says
November 13, 2015 at 12:29 pmSo glad it was a hit! Thanks for sharing, Jessa!
Rachel says
December 3, 2015 at 10:39 pmWow! This bread was so yummy, and I didnt even notice a hint of coconuty flavor! I subbed peanut butter for almond butter and it worked perfectly. This is definitely a keeper, thank you!
SunriseAhead says
January 13, 2016 at 3:52 pmThis bread is absolutely amazing!! Just made it now and I’m stuffed but keep picking at it because I am blown away at how tasty and decadent this is. I would easily take this over traditional banana bread any day! So happy I found your website… I have already made the Paleo chocolate chunk cookies and the raspberry crumble bars. Nobody I share these with can believe any of these desserts are Paleo :) I finally had to comment and thank you for bringing these extremely simple but delicious recipes online. You are very talented!
Rachel says
January 13, 2016 at 4:54 pmThank you – you’re too sweet! Making me blush over here. I’m so glad you’ve enjoyed the treats, and that what I always try to do – simple, delicious, “wouldn’t know they’re healthy” recipes – so it’s so great to hear you’ve had that experience. Cheers to delicious heathy recipes! :D
SunriseAhead says
January 19, 2016 at 8:00 amYes, you certainly accomplished that! I am all for healthy recipes that taste this amazing. Your recipes are truly wonderful as they are, not just wonderful for ‘being healthy.’
Also I meant to say I made the cranberry crumble bars – those are so addicting! :)
Jasmine says
February 13, 2016 at 2:09 pmHi Rachel, this looks amazing and I’m thrilled to have found your site! I’m going to pull this together this afternoon for a party and have everything except coconut flour. Would it be OK to substitute with almond flour? Many thanks :-)
Rachel says
February 13, 2016 at 6:14 pmHi Jasmine – unfortunately, coconut flour is one of those ingredients that doesn’t substitute well because it’s unique in that absorbs a lot more moisture than other flours. This bread would need a lot more almond flour to hold together. I’d recommend grabbing a bag a coconut flour, it’s relatively inexpensive and since you typically need a little bit, it will last a while. Sorry, hope this helps!
Jasmine says
February 13, 2016 at 8:03 pmThanks so much, Rachel! I have a rule about not substituting when I’m making a recipe for the first time so I ran to Trader Joe’s shortly after posting to grab some coconut flour. I’m so glad I did because OMG this bread came out SO great! I made it for my nephew’s birthday and he just loved it. Thank you for a fabulous recipe and blog. Looking forward to trying all your wonderful recipes :-)
Rachel says
February 14, 2016 at 7:43 amYay, I’m so glad you loved it Jasmine!! Thanks for letting me know how it turned out for you :) hope you love any and all of the recipes you try!
Louise says
February 18, 2016 at 11:57 amWell mine tastes revolting lol. No idea where I went wrong. Made paleo chocolate chunks n they tasted awful on their own really strange tasting n once in the bread even worse :-(
Rachel says
February 19, 2016 at 7:57 amHi Louise. Was it the bread that didn’t turn out, or the chocolate chunks? I’ve made this bread tons of times (as have readers) and haven’t had anything go wrong. If it was the chocolate chunks, could one of the ingredients have been off? That recipe is pretty straightforward and they should definitely not taste strange. Feel free to respond back or email me if you want some help figuring out what went wrong.
Louise says
February 19, 2016 at 8:14 amIt was the chocolate I think. It tasted of pure cocoa n the bread turned out rather strange too. I bought all fresh ingredients for it so shouldn’t have been off. Only thing I can think is I’ve put too much cocoa in it
Kristin Herrera says
March 20, 2016 at 6:34 pmThis recipe is amazing!!! The first time around I did it in the loaf pan and while it tasted fine, the bottom was soggy while the top was burned. My oven cooks a bit hot, so this time around I’m using the 8×8 method. I also made my own chocolate chunks with your recipe and WOW!!! I can’t stop eating them! Better than a bag of M&M’s for sure! Cannot wait for this “loaf” to come out of the oven tonight!
Rachel says
March 21, 2016 at 6:37 amYay, so glad to hear you like the chocolate chunks! I hope the 8×8 pan works better for you, and that you love the bread this time around. You could try cooking it on a lower temperature (maybe 25 degrees lower) to help it cook more evenly if it’s still a problem. Enjoy, Kristin!
Suzanne says
May 2, 2016 at 10:41 amYUK ~ FYI the cocoa powder trick does not work without adding sweetner!! :(
Rachel says
May 2, 2016 at 11:13 amHi Suzanne – I’ve created a specific recipe for a “double” chocolate version of this banana bread found here. If you’re using sweet, very ripe bananas, you shouldn’t have to add any extra sweetener!
Jocelyn says
June 14, 2016 at 7:12 pmyum!
Neha says
June 24, 2016 at 6:56 amHi, I’ve made this recipe 3 times now and it has never disappointed. Absolutely love the result each time. Thanks a lot for sharing !
Rachel says
July 5, 2016 at 8:15 amSo happy to hear that, Neha! Thanks for letting me know you’ve enjoyed it :)
Kellie Keys says
June 29, 2016 at 10:58 amHi Rachel!
I love, love, love the Paleo Banana Bread! My kids love it too. I have never posted a comment to a site like this, and I have never come back to a site to look for more recipes because I liked the first one so much. You have something very special going on here. The layout, the recipes,and the vibe that you magically seem to send out from the website are all terrific. I plan to try many of your creations. Thank you!
-Kellie
Rachel says
July 5, 2016 at 8:13 amKellie, thank you so much for your comment! That makes me so happy to hear, and it’s comments like yours that inspire me to keep creating recipes :) I hope you enjoy each and every recipe you try!
Alyssa says
July 9, 2016 at 6:35 pmHi Rachel! So I REALLY want to make this, but I only have a few tablespoons of nut butter left:( is there anything else I can sub it with like extra oil, butter? Or do I really just have to get some more. Thanks!:)
Rachel says
July 10, 2016 at 8:16 amHi Alyssa! You can use any kind of nut butter if you’re just running low on almond. I haven’t tried subbing anything for the nut butter so I can’t guarantee anything else would work, but coconut oil as a replacement would probably do the trick. Report back if you try it! :)
Daniela says
July 26, 2016 at 3:07 pmHi Bakerita!!
I have a question, can the coconut flour be replaced with almond flour?
Thanks!
Rachel says
July 26, 2016 at 6:10 pmHi Daniela – unfortunately, no. Coconut flour is way more absorbent than almond flour, so you would need a totally different amount of almond flour to get the same result, which would mess up the rest of the recipe. Thankfully…coconut flour is pretty cheap and will last you a long time. I’d recommend investing in a small bag for the recipe – it’s worth it!
betsy orozco says
August 1, 2016 at 9:20 pmWOW!!! This turned out so delicious!!! I used sunflower butter instead of almond since i’m allergic to nuts and OMG it was amazingness. Thanks for sharing!
Rachel says
August 2, 2016 at 7:46 amSo glad you enjoyed it, Betsy!! :)
Alyssa says
September 3, 2016 at 12:53 amHi Rachael I just make this and I can’t believe it’s paleo! Really good:) I used peanut butter as I’m not paleo and just a regular vegetable oil. I just wanted to know how do you store the leftovers, fridge or room temp? It’s winter here in NZ so it’s pretty cold but I still want to make sure. Thanks so much for the recipe!!!
Alyssa says
September 3, 2016 at 12:54 amHi Rachael I just made this and I can’t believe it’s paleo! Really good:) I used peanut butter as I’m not paleo and just a regular vegetable oil. I just wanted to know how do you store the leftovers, fridge or room temp? It’s winter here in NZ so it’s pretty cold but I still want to make sure. Thanks so much for the recipe!!!
Rachel says
September 3, 2016 at 8:42 amHi Alyssa! So happy to hear you enjoyed the recipe :) I like to store it in the fridge just because it’s so moist, it’ll help it last longer, although it would be good for a day or two at room temperature. It also freezes fabulously!
Jen says
October 25, 2016 at 2:08 amHi,
Where the recipe states 4 tbsp of coconut oil, does this mean 4tbsp once melted? Or 4 tbsp out the jar when at room temperature then melt?
Rachel says
October 25, 2016 at 6:51 amI measure the melted coconut oil, since the volume can vary depending on the state of solid/liquid that it’s in. Hope this helps, Jen!
Miriam says
January 1, 2017 at 7:47 amHi
If I wanted to make a non-paleo version of this banana bread, how would the recipe change? Because from where I’m residing, it will be practically impossible to get almond butter and coconut flour, etc
Much appreciated if you can give the non-Paleo version because I love banana bread
Rachel says
January 1, 2017 at 3:33 pmHi Miriam – I’d recommend finding another recipe if you want a non-Paleo recipe. This recipe was specifically formulated to be Paleo-friendly and to make it non-Paleo would require reworking the entire recipe. Sorry!
Rebecca says
January 8, 2017 at 8:23 pmDoes anyone know how many calories in a slice?I’ve just made it and it looks and smells device, but should find out more so I don’t over indulge in one day!
Rachel says
January 12, 2017 at 8:31 amHi Rebecca – you can calculate the calorie count here: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/recipe/calculator
K Patricia says
May 7, 2017 at 12:42 pmJust made these this weekend. Paleo chocolate chunk banana bread. It was f* sensational. Would recommend and make again! Thanks Bakerita!
Rachel says
May 7, 2017 at 6:16 pmSo glad you enjoyed it, K! Thanks so much for your feedback.
Amanda says
September 5, 2017 at 5:11 pmAwesome recipe!!! Came out delicious! I used enjoy life chocolate chunks. Should it be stored in the refrigerator?
Rachel says
September 5, 2017 at 5:53 pmIt can be kept at room temperature for a day or two, but I usually store it in the fridge to help it keep longer!
Susan Knox says
October 20, 2017 at 8:11 amThese were delicious and so easy to make. I used dark chocolate chips since that is what I had. Just love that there is no sugar or sweeteners of any kind. The first time I made it in the loaf pan, the second time I tried it as muffins. I used the silicone muffin bakeware and they popped out easily. I sprayed the bakeware and cooked them for less time 25 minutes. Yummy, thanks for the recipe.
Rachel says
October 20, 2017 at 11:46 amSo happy to hear you enjoyed this recipe, Susan! Thanks for your feedback.
Amber says
November 26, 2017 at 10:46 amDoes this recipe freeze well?
Rachel says
November 26, 2017 at 11:23 amYes it freezes very well, just make sure it’s well wrapped to prevent freezer burn!
Franzi says
December 23, 2017 at 3:18 amHey Rachel!
I was making notes on what ingredients to buy to bake the banana bread when a question popped up. You recipe says “1/2 cup (140 grams) almond butter” and “1/2 cup (75 grams) coconut flour”. Is it true that half a cup converts to 140 grams when it comes to butter, but only to 75 grams when it comes to flour? Thanks a lot in advance!
Best regards from Germany,
Franzi
Rachel says
December 23, 2017 at 10:31 amHi Franzi, yes it’s true! Different products weigh different amounts based on volume.
Jen says
January 2, 2018 at 12:09 pmI’m not sure where I went wrong! My bread was still super gooey at 60 minutes and completely fell apart when it was cooling :(
Rachel says
January 2, 2018 at 12:17 pmHi Jen – how odd! Depending on your oven, your temperature could’ve just been off which caused the bread to cook slower. It’s important to always cook bread like this until its no longer jiggly and it springs back when poked. It probably fell apart from not being cooked enough. Sorry you had trouble!
Ms Chriss Bickers says
October 21, 2018 at 11:46 amI had the same trouble.
I will be baking it in a shallower pan next time. My oven is wretched and runs too hot but i have it in the oven ( again) on a cookie sheet to get it firmed up. It tastes amazing though. I will be trying again.
Rachel says
October 21, 2018 at 1:00 pmSorry that you had some trouble getting it to bake through!! Hope it works out with the rebaking on the baking sheet so you can enjoy it :)
Mariham says
February 17, 2018 at 7:00 amThis is my absolute favorite banana bread recipe! Thank you :)
Rachel says
February 17, 2018 at 10:16 amSo happy to hear that!! Thanks Mariham :)
Carole says
February 17, 2018 at 5:43 pmHi! I made this today and while it came out delicious, it seems more like a soufflé than a bread. Very moist. Did it not cook long enough? I did 60 minutes at 350 and THOUGHT the toothpick came out clean. This is my first go-round with paleo baking, so I want to be sure I did it right! My 2 year old loves it and I also want to make sure it’s cooked enough. Thanks for any help you can give!
Rachel says
February 18, 2018 at 11:18 amHi Carole, paleo baking can be tricky and sometimes based on your bananas, it might need a little bit longer. A good trick is to press down lightly on the bread – if it springs back, it’s ready to go, but if the finger imprint stays, it needs a little long. You should be fine with it being cooked through enough for your 2-year old, though!
Justine says
March 12, 2018 at 6:25 pmhaha JUST posted my own comment about this same feeling, and then I saw your comment! Mine came out the same… I’m pregnant and so also wanting to make sure it’d be safe for me to eat!
Justine says
March 12, 2018 at 6:23 pmI made this bread today and after cooking it for just about an hour, the toothpick came out clean. I let it sit for at least 30 mins and then took it out of the pan, it was super moist… and I got nervous that it wasn’t fully cooked (since there’s egg in it!) … so I let it sit a while and it didn’t get any better, so put it back in oven for another 15 or so mins upside-down. The outer part got a little more done but still super moist/wet inside. Is this the normal consistency!?! Please help! IDK if I should eat it! :-/
Rachel says
March 14, 2018 at 4:00 pmHi Justine, so sorry you had trouble! It shouldn’t be too soft, but after an hour in the oven, it will be fine to eat as it’s been heated enough for any bacteria to be killed. I just added a note to the recipe to test the doneness better – when you press against the top of the loaf, it should spring back, not stay indented. Hope this helps, and again, so sorry for your troubles. You could probably toast each slice individually to make it a better texture for eating!
Lexi says
April 25, 2018 at 6:47 pmcan i use all almond flour in place of coconut? if so, how much?
Rachel says
April 26, 2018 at 11:14 amI haven’t tested it this way so no guarantees, but you’ll want to use 3x the amount of almond flour since coconut flour is so absorbent. Enjoy!
Marisa says
July 14, 2018 at 1:37 pmThe. Best. Banana. Bread. Ever. End of story! Thank you so much for sharing, lovely!
Rachel says
July 23, 2018 at 8:46 amSo glad you’re loving it!! Thanks for sharing your feedback, Marisa.
Laura says
October 17, 2018 at 11:10 amI LOVE your pumpkin granola recipe – make it ALL the time for years now… (I do add more pumpkin as I like it all to stick together) so THANK you for that recipe.
This recipe was a flop for me… sadly… i have watery bread.. left it in forever (maybe 15 mins past when I was to take it out)
Looks like it worked for others so must be me!!! I did flax egg instead of regular egg just because I didn’t have any at the time.
Such a bummer – so to all of you out there.. don’t do flax egg with this…
I will try again when I can round up 4 ripe bananas again : )
THANKS for trying unique recipes.
and THANKS for your pumpkin granola – THE BEST.
Rachel says
October 17, 2018 at 4:39 pmHi Laura, yeah, unfortunately it’s definitely the flax egg – it doesn’t work at all with this recipe. I’d recommend my gluten-free vegan banana bread instead, which was formulated to be vegan! :) So glad you enjoy the pumpkin granola.
Kristie says
October 28, 2018 at 2:07 pmThis is so good, why make any other recipe? Love it so much, so satisfying! Great in my kids’ school lunches, too. Thanks a bunch!
Rachel says
October 29, 2018 at 9:36 amWhat a compliment! So glad you and your family enjoy the banana bread!
Katy says
January 9, 2019 at 8:31 pmHi! What is the best way you have found to store your bread?
Rachel says
January 10, 2019 at 10:15 amI keep it in the fridge or I slice it and put it in the freezer.
Leah says
March 18, 2019 at 4:59 pmFantastic recipe! I added 1/2c of dates for added sweetness and it turned out great. Thank you!
Rachel says
March 27, 2019 at 10:02 amSo thrilled you’re enjoying it, Leah! Thanks for the feedback.
Terri says
August 1, 2017 at 7:22 amOh my goodness!! Melts in your mouth delicious. Made it with the Paleo chocolate chunks. So quick and easy, I will make this again!
Rachel says
August 1, 2017 at 10:19 amI’m so thrilled you enjoyed it! Thanks for the feedback, Terri.