Irresistibly Easy 5-Ingredient Blender Banana Bread (Naturally Gluten-Free!)

Thank you so much for stopping by today! I’m thrilled to share one of my all-time favorite quick bakes with you: 5-Ingredient Blender Banana Bread. This recipe is a lifesaver for busy mornings, cozy afternoons, or when you just want something sweet without fuss. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients and a blender, you’ll have a moist, dense, cake-like loaf that’s free from refined sugar and naturally gluten-free.

If you love recipes that are simple yet feel indulgent, this is about to become your new go-to. And hey, if you enjoy recipes like this, don’t forget to subscribe to my email list so you never miss a fresh idea from my kitchen!

Overview of Recipe Content

What is Blender Banana Bread?
It’s banana bread streamlined for real life. Instead of juggling mixing bowls and whisks, you just toss everything into a blender, pour it into a loaf pan, and bake. Think of it as banana bread for the modern kitchen—quick, fuss-free, and unbelievably tasty.

Why You’ll Love It:

• Only 5 simple ingredients.
• Naturally gluten-free, thanks to oats.
• No refined sugar—just the sweetness of ripe bananas.
• Perfect texture: moist, tender, with a cake-like bite.
• Family- and freezer-friendly.

What It Tastes Like:
The bread is lightly sweet with a warm, earthy flavor from the oats. Each slice is hearty yet soft, with that nostalgic banana bread aroma that fills your kitchen while it bakes.

Seasonal Relevance:
Banana bread is a year-round treat, but it especially shines in fall and winter when we crave cozy, comforting baked goods.

Ingredients You’ll Need:

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• 2 cups (180g) old-fashioned rolled oats
• 3 medium ripe bananas (about 1 ½ cups mashed)
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tsp (10g) baking powder
• Pinch of salt (optional, but recommended for balance)

Tools You’ll Need:

• Blender (high-powered works best)
• 9×5-inch loaf pan
• Parchment paper or nonstick spray
• Spatula

Substitutions & Additions:

• Use certified gluten-free oats if needed.
• Swap eggs for flax eggs to make it vegan.
• Add a handful of chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit.
• Sweet tooth? Stir in 2–3 tbsp maple syrup or honey.

How to Make 5-Ingredient Blender Banana Bread

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1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line your loaf pan.
2. Blend oats until finely ground, resembling flour.
3. Add bananas, eggs, baking powder, and salt to the blender. Blend until smooth and creamy.
4. Pour batter into your loaf pan, using a spatula to spread evenly.
5. Bake for 30–35 minutes, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
6. Cool for 10 minutes before slicing—this helps it set and slice cleanly.

Tip: Your kitchen will smell like heaven while it bakes—bananas and oats mingling in the air like a cozy hug.

What to Serve with Blender Banana Bread

• Slather with peanut butter or almond butter for a protein boost.
• Pair with Greek yogurt and berries for a quick breakfast.
• Enjoy with a cup of chai, coffee, or hot cocoa.
• Toast slices lightly and spread with butter or ghee for an old-school touch.

Tips for Making It Perfect

• Use super ripe bananas—the spottier, the better!
• Blend oats first for a fine flour texture.
• Don’t overbake: pull it out when the top springs back gently.
• Let it cool fully before slicing if you want neat slices.

Storage Instructions

• Room temperature: Wrap and keep for 2 days.
• Fridge: Store up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Slice, wrap individually, and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in toaster or microwave.

General Information

Banana bread has been an American staple since the 1930s, born out of the Great Depression when resourcefulness in baking became key. Today, it’s still one of the most-searched baked goods online—because who doesn’t have bananas going brown on the counter?

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I use quick oats instead of rolled oats?
Yes, though the texture will be slightly different. Rolled oats give a heartier structure.

2. Is this banana bread sweet enough without sugar?
Yes! The ripe bananas do all the sweetening. If you like sweeter breads, add a drizzle of maple syrup.

3. Can I make this vegan?
Absolutely—swap eggs for flax eggs (1 tbsp flaxseed + 3 tbsp water per egg).

4. Can I bake this in muffin tins instead?
Yes, just reduce baking time to about 18–20 minutes.

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Conclusion

There you have it: a wholesome, ridiculously easy 5-Ingredient Blender Banana Bread that checks all the boxes—healthy, quick, delicious, and family-approved.

If you loved this, you might also enjoy:

• Peanut Butter Protein Balls

Interactive Elements

I’d love to hear how your loaf turned out! Leave a comment below, or better yet, share your creation on Pinterest @poulefrecipe or tag me on Instagram.

Nutritional Information (per slice, 10 servings)

Calories	Carbs	Protein	Fat	Fiber	Sugar	Sodium
140	22g	5g	3g	3g	6g	90mg

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