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Peachy Oatmeal Banana Bread

Ever had a week that you look back on and wish that you could just erase? One of those points in time that you would never want to relive again; where your life would be more centered, your mind would be more calm and your spirit would be brighter if you were able to just skip it?

Last week was one of those weeks for me. A week filled with stress, long days and exhaustion.

There's nothing better then the clock to hitting 5pm on Friday (or earlier if you're lucky) and you're released. You can put all that negativity behind you and you have two full days to breathe. To relax. To recharge.

And if you're like me, bake.

Gluten-Free Peachy Oatmeal Banana Bread

Baking is a total stress reliever. I find myself at peace in the kitchen with a whisk in my hand, flour dust flying through the air, measuring cups and spoons strewn across the counter.

I get into an almost zen-like state where my sole purpose in that moment is to turn the ingredients in front of me into a delicious baked good.

Gluten-Free Peachy Oatmeal Banana Bread - a simple and delicious way to enjoy seasonal peaches in a quick, easy breakfast

Lately I've found myself gravitating more towards making breakfast goodies; things like muffins, scones and breads especially. It's probably because breakfast is my favorite meal of the day and to me there's almost nothing better than waking up to fresh baked goods and a steaming cup of tea.

I know the same rings true for many of you, but I also know that you are conscious about what's in that baked good, so it's important to me to load as many healthy ingredients into the recipe as possible.

And this Oatmeal Banana Bread has it all. 

Gluten-Free Peachy Oatmeal Banana Bread - a simple and delicious way to enjoy seasonal peaches in a quick, easy breakfast

What's special about this banana bread is that it's packed with nutrients, but also low in fat with no added sugars. One of the troubles with traditional baked goods (and many gluten-free options as well) is that even though they say they're made with whole-grain / whole wheat flour, any nutrients you would see from those flours are overshadowed by copious amounts of butter (or vegetable oil) and sugar.

So while they look good on the surface, having that “healthy” muffin is in fact sending your blood sugar through the roof, fueling your body on simple carbohydrates and fat. Not quite the makeup of an ideal breakfast…

I wanted to make you something different here. Something that isn't packed with those yucky ingredients and something that you can feel sure will fuel your body in the right way. Here's a peek inside of what's included:

Toasted quinoa flour: this is simply quinoa flour that has been toasted to remove any note of bitterness, and this flour is loaded with nutrients and protein. Keep in mind that quinoa is also a complex carbohydrate meaning it digests slowly in your system helping to keep you fuller for longer.

Gluten-free rolled oats: Oats are another wonderful food for breakfast. As people say, “They really stick to your ribs”, and while that's not literally true, oats are an ingredient that fills you up, but moves through your body slowly, helping to keep you feeling more full and giving you lasting energy.

Bananas: this yellow fruit is another breakfast superstar; it's filled with resistant starch, another carbohydrate that helps your stomach feel fuller longer, and potassium which is an electrolyte that naturally lowers blood sugar.

Honey: a natural sweetener that has been shown to help prevent cancer and heart disease because of its antioxidants, honey also has antibacterial properties that can aid in gastro-related distresses like ulcers. Honey is also a great alternative to cane sugars as it's less processed (especially the varieties you buy from local producers).

Applesauce: baking with organic unsweetened applesauce is a great trick that I use to reduce the amount of oil needed in a baked good. In this recipe for oatmeal banana bread, I've used applesauce to replace all the oil, and the bread still remains moist and tender, without the added fat.

Cinnamon: Cinnamon is not only my favorite spice, but it also has a slew of health benefits which make eating even more enjoyable. Cinnamon can help lower blood sugar levels, it has antifungal properties which can help fight candida, it has an anti-clottning effect on the blood, and it acts as a natural food preservative because it inhibits the growth of bacteria. In fact, just the act of smelling cinnamon can boost cognitive function and memory. It's a superstar spice!

Gluten-Free Peachy Oatmeal Banana Bread - a simple and delicious way to enjoy seasonal peaches in a quick, easy breakfast

And all these lovely ingredients have made their way into our breakfast bread this morning.

To help heighten the flavor of this amazing bread, I wanted to bring in some fresh, seasonal produce and could think of no better addition then sweet, juicy peaches. The loaf is studded with these succulent gems and each time you get a bite with some, your mouth explodes with sweetness, and you instantly remember why summer is the best time of year.

Peachy Oatmeal Banana Bread

What's special about this banana bread is that it's packed with nutrients, but also low in fat with no added sugars. 
author: Alyssa
yield: 8 Servings
Peachy Oatmeal Banana Bread
Prep: 20 minutes
Cook: 1 hour 15 minutes
Total: 1 hour 35 minutes

Ingredients
  

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9" loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray, then layer it with parchment paper.
  • In a small mixing bowl, whisk together dry ingredients and set aside.
  • In a larger mixing bowl, beat together wet ingredients (minus the peaches). Add dry to the bowl and mix until incorporated.
  • Peel peaches, then dice three of the halves, and thinly slicing the fourth half. Fold diced bits into dough.
  • Transfer dough to loaf pan, smoothing with the back of a rubber spatula. Arrange peach slices on top and sprinkle with additional oats (optional).
  • Bake on center rack for 60 - 75 minutes, until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from oven, let cool in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack and cool completely. Resist the urge to slice into it, the loaf needs to be completely cool or it may be slightly gummy inside.
  • Slice and serve immediately, or wrap slices in tinfoil and freeze for later.
  • Enjoy!

Notes

recipe adapted from Monique at Ambitious Kitchen

Nutrition

Calories: 281kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 289mg | Potassium: 296mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 2.5mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 1.7mg
cuisine: American
course: bread

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24 comments on “Peachy Oatmeal Banana Bread”

  1. I so want to make the peachy oatmeal banana bread. I have some Jersey peaches wait for me to make something delicious with them. One question, Can I use tapioca flour or do I need to use tapioca starch?

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  3. I love the additional oats on top of the loaf especially 🙂 I haven’t heard of quinoa flour before but it sounds great!

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    globalfoodbook

    Sounds interesting to use banana for making bread. The bread looks delicious and thanks for sharing the recipe.

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    Kristen Chidsey

    Getting in the kitchen always helps me relax–here is to a better week for you. A few slices of that bread should change it right up!

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    Heather // girlichef.com

    Unfortunately, this week is shaping up to be one of those weeks for me. However, a loaf of this gorgeous bread would totally turn that around. I love the peaches studding this bread…and my coffee is calling for a slice alongside it!

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    Shanna @ pineapple and coconut

    I am so excited it is almost summer because that means stone fruit season like peaches! This bread looks so good!

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  11. Thanks for your thoughts about using the bread machine. Think I will make it as in the original recipes adding the peaches at the very last and adding pecans. Will let you know the outcome. Will probably cut down on the liquid so as not to get a gummy center. Rather have it a bit dry than soggy. Will let you know how it turns out. Also, we will be doing a cherry version with walnuts. I would love to have that come out wonderfully and slice it thin and make little sandwiches of whipped cream cheese with honey. Should be yummy and a nice foil for cucumber and watercress sandwiches. We a busily canning the last of the cherries and blueberries now we will await our Persimmons.

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    Christina Draper

    Hi there Queen Quinoa
    All is well. Trust your beloved family dog has fully recovered.
    I love vegy burgers and buy them at the supermarket and usually devour cold before I arrive home from shopping.
    Thank you sweet pea for putting this delicious looking burger on your site. I will endeavour to make this burger and stay away from the processed ones I have been buying. I will pass on this receipt to friends who I have been telling about Quinoa.
    Thank you. Christina xo

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    Thalia @ butter and brioche

    this looks so delicious and so moist! definitely a recipe worth saving.. love it, thanks!

  14. Could this be made in a breadmaker if the peaches are added at the final mix? I made this following the recipe but added pecans. By the way I made two loaves and with one made French toast. A quick dip in the egg mix and onto the griddle and it was terrific.

    1. To be honest, I’m not sure. I don’t have a bread maker and have never tested tested a quick bread in one before. Sorry to not be of more help!

  15. This looks like a really yummy and healthy bread, but honey is added sugar.https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&rls=en&q=honey+vs+sugar&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8

    1. True, it is. But I don’t think of honey as an equal to the white processed sugar you would find in most similar types of recipes. Honey is much more natural and less processed and as such I feel that it’s healthier and a better alternative to consume.

      1. I agree with you that it’s more natural…maybe instead of “no added sugar” you say only using natural sugars…I really enjoy your site although I am not gluten free…

  16. hello Alyssa this recipe looks wonderful but if I have allergies to potato and rice could I substitute coconut flour in the in the place of these other flours?
    also bananas is a no no so have any other ideas that would make up for those losses trying to stay away from sugar and too much applesauce also is an offender thanks for any input love the site

    1. Hi Janeen,

      I appreciate that you like the recipe, but to be honest, the changes you suggest are pretty much the main ingredients, so I can’t really give a suggestion for replacing them all. Since this is a banana bread, I don’t think replacing the banana with something else will really work. For the flours, you could try doing more quinoa flour and using tapioca instead of potato starch, but coconut flour most certainly will not work. I suggest you take a peek at the other bread recipes on the site and see if there is one in there that might work better for you. With all the changes you’d need to make to this recipe, I can’t guarantee it will work out for you.

      Hope that helps! xo
      Alyssa