June 2025

AIP Banana Bread (Grain-Free, Dairy-Free, Naturally Sweetened)

AIP Banana Bread | Lupus Canada Recipe Corner

AIP Banana Bread (Grain-Free, Dairy-Free, Naturally Sweetened)

Discover a delightful banana bread recipe crafted specifically for those managing lupus or autoimmune conditions. Enjoy a treat that’s both delicious and supportive of your health.

Why Choose AIP Banana Bread?

As we nourish our bodies with healing foods that support immune health, you don’t have to sacrifice comfort or taste. I’m excited to share this AIP-compliant banana bread recipe that’s as delicious as it is nutrient-conscious.

This loaf is oil free,  naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and a touch of honey, and it skips inflammatory grains, dairy, and refined sugars and uses coconut and tapioca flour — staples in the Autoimmune Protocol. Moist, subtly spiced with cinnamon, and topped with optional dairy-free chocolate chips to feel indulgent, this banana bread is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or a cozy afternoon treat.

Ingredients

4 Bananas 

3 Eggs

¼ c. Honey

2 tsp. Vanilla

½ c. Coconut Flour

3 tbsp. Tapioca Flour/ Gluten Free Flour

2 tsp. Cinnamon 

1 tsp. Baking powder

½ tsp. Baking soda

¼ tsp. Salt

¼ c. Dairy Free Chocolate Chips (optional)

Sliced AIP banana bread made with coconut flour, topped with dairy-free chocolate chips on a cooling rack

Overview

This AIP Banana Bread is a simple yet delicious recipe that is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a healthy, autoimmune-friendly treat. Follow these steps to create a moist and flavorful bread that everyone will love.

Instructions

Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a loaf pan with parchment paper.
Step 2

In a large bowl, mash banana. Add eggs, honey and vanilla. Whisk until combined.

Step 3

Add coconut flour, tapioca flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Stir to combine.

Step 4

Pour into a greased or parchment lined loaf pan. Top with chocolate chips. Bake for 50 min or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Wait until it has cooled completely before slicing.

 

The recipes used by Lupus Canada have been reviewed and approved by a Registered Holistic Nutritionist.

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