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Coconut Banana Bread loaf sliced on parchment with a soft crumb texture.
Rocco Fuhrman

Diabetic-Friendly Vegan & Gluten-Free Coconut Banana Bread

This moist and flavorful Coconut Banana Bread is the ultimate healthy treat vegan, gluten-free, and diabetic-friendly. Made with coconut flour, ripe bananas, and low-glycemic sweeteners, it delivers sweetness without spiking blood sugar, all while satisfying your craving for a tender, comforting loaf.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 128
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 3 large ripe bananas 344g without peels
  • 3/4 cup coconut flour high-fiber, low-carb
  • 5 large eggs can substitute flax eggs for vegan
Sweetener and Flavor
  • 1/3 cup coconut sugar or monk fruit for diabetic-friendly option
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
Leavening and Balance
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp fine sea salt

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl with a fork until smooth and lump-free.
  3. Add coconut flour, coconut sugar or chosen sweetener, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Stir lightly to combine.
  4. Add eggs and vanilla extract. Mix with a whisk or electric hand mixer until smooth and evenly blended.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading evenly.
  6. Bake for 45–55 minutes, until the center is firm, a toothpick comes out clean, and the top has small cracks.
  7. Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing to prevent a gummy texture.
  8. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Notes

For a vegan version, replace eggs with flax or chia eggs. Optional mix-ins include sugar-free chocolate chips, chopped walnuts, or shredded coconut. To freeze, wrap slices in parchment paper and store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

Calories: 128 kcal | Carbohydrates: 18 g | Protein: 5 g | Fat: 4 g | Saturated Fat: 2 g | Cholesterol: 93 mg | Sodium: 229 mg | Potassium: 199 mg | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 9 g | Vitamin A: 153 IU | Vitamin C: 3 mg | Calcium: 34 mg | Iron: 1 mg
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