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November 21, 2016 By Jana Leave a Comment

Gluten Free Cranberry Banana Bread (Plant-based, Refined Sugar-free, Oil-free, Nut-free)

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Gluten Free Cranberry Banana Bread

Gluten-free Cranberry Banana Bread combines a trio of cranberry, orange and banana flavors into a full-bodied yet airy loaf of bread. A texture with a moist delicate chew maintains its form never letting on that it’s gluten-free, vegan and oil-free.

Gluten Free Cranberry Banana Bread - With Jam

Gluten Free Cranberry Banana Bread – With Jam

Gluten Free Cranberry Banana Bread

Some fruit breads are more cake-like in flavor and form, serving more of a dessert function than anything else. Not that there is anything wrong with that!

Gluten Free Cranberry Banana Bread - Fruit Flavors

Fruit Flavors

I am a big fan of cake breads. But with the holidays around the corner I wanted to make my Gluten Free Cranberry Banana Bread a little more versatile. A soft delicate loaf that could be paired with the largest of holiday feasts but also standup to toasting for breakfast and topped with a favorite jam.

Gluten Free Cranberry Banana Bread - On Cutting Board

Gluten Free Cranberry Banana Bread – On Cutting Board

I also love toasting this bread and spreading it with some vegan butter spread. Let that butter melt into the nooks and crannies — be prepared to go back for another slice! But don’t despair and start counting calories, I developed this recipe with whole grain flours to leave you with a satiated belly.

Gluten Free Cranberry Banana Bread - With Vegan Butter

Bread with Vegan Butter

Vegan Cranberry Banana Bread — and Oil-free too!

In the recipe card you will notice that I am providing you with the option to make this bread more (or less) sweet depending on your preference/occasion and dietary needs. For a bread lighter on the sweetness, I recommend 1/2 cup coconut palm sugar for the full loaf. For a sweeter version, increase the coconut palm sugar to 3/4 cup and increase the plant-based milk from 3 tablespoons to 6 tablespoons (1/4 c. plus 2 tablespoons).

No matter how you customize your bread, you and your guests will be amazed that this loaf is plant-based and oil-free!

Gluten Free Cranberry Banana Bread - Plated Slices

Gluten Free Cranberry Banana Bread – Plated Slices

If this has left you hungry for more bread recipes, I invite you to take a look at my Lemon-Berry Biscuit Bread! On the savory side, try my Rosmarino Vegan Flatbread!

Gluten Free Cranberry Banana Bread

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Gluten Free Cranberry Banana Bread (Plant-based, Refined Sugar-free, Oil-free, Nut-free)

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 48 minutes

Total Time: 58 minutes

Category: Baked Goods, Breads and Crackers, Breakfast, Desserts, Recipes, Side Dishes, Snacks

Author: Nutritionicity

Servings: 12 - one half inch slices

Gluten Free Cranberry Banana Bread

Gluten-free Cranberry Banana Bread combines a trio of cranberry, orange and banana flavors into a full-bodied yet airy loaf of bread.

Ingredients

  • Wet
  • 1 cup applesauce
  • 1/2 cup very ripe banana mashed (approx. 1 1/2 medium bananas)
  • 3 tablespoons plant-based milk (6 tablespoons if adding extra 1/4 cup coconut palm sugar)
  • 3 tablespoons golden flax meal
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla
  • 1/8 teaspoon orange flavor
  • Dry
  • 1 cup sweet sorghum flour
  • 1 cup gluten free oat flour
  • 1/2 cup tapioca flour or starch
  • 1/2 cup coconut palm sugar (increase to 3/4 cup for sweeter version)
  • 1 1/2 cups fresh cranberries chopped
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt finely ground

Instructions

  • 1) Combine all wet ingredients above in a small mixing bowl, mix together thoroughly with a wooden spoon and set aside.
  • 2) Combine all dry ingredients above in a medium/large mixing bowl, mix together thoroughly with a wooden spoon.
  • 3) Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix together thoroughly with a wooden spoon.
  • 4) Pour dough into greased 9x5 inch loaf pan. Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for approx. 48 minutes. Time may vary depending on your oven. Loaf is done when firm and a toothpick inserted into the center is clean when removed. Allow loaf to cool in pan for 30 minutes. Gently loosen sides from pan with a knife or spatula and place loaf on a cooling rack to complete cooling.
  • Store loaf in an airtight container in the refrigerator for several days.

Notes

In the recipe card you will notice that I am providing you with the option to make this bread more or less sweet depending on your preference/occasion and dietary needs. For a bread that is lighter on the sweetness, I recommend 1/2 cup coconut palm sugar for the full loaf.
For a sweeter version increase the coconut palm sugar to 3/4 cup and increase the plant-based milk from 3 tablespoons to 6 tablespoons (1/4 c. plus 2 tablespoons).

*Serving Suggestions*
This bread is delicious plain or toasted. I like to spread my favorite jam or vegan butter on top!

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