Jovial Flour Banana Bread Recipe

This Einkorn Banana Bread is made with Einkorn flour, an ancient flour that is higher in protein. It is simple, low in sugar and butter, and has plenty of bananas.

It requires only 8 ingredients, uses only 1 bowl, and can be made in a variety of different pans, which you’re sure to have at home. It does not require special techniques or tools, and I provide plenty of tips and tricks to ensure success in baking this Einkorn Banana Bread.

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Banana bread is a favorite recipe in our house, and I have made hundreds over the years. More recently, I have made well over 2 dozen loaves of banana bread, testing many variations, like this Banana Bread with Streusel Topping, or Banana Bread without a Loaf Pan. This research ultimately culminated in my detailed Guide to Baking Banana Bread.

The Best Einkorn Banana Bread

Einkorn flour is a wheat flour that can be substituted in many recipes 1 for 1 with standard all-purpose flour. There are a variety of reasons why you might choose Einkorn flour over all-purpose flour.

Because Einkorn flour has a low gluten index, it needs to be treated differently when baking with yeast or sourdough bread, but it works seamlessly in banana bread.

Compared with all-purpose flour, banana bread made with einkorn flour does not have as large of a rise, or as sharp an “ear” on the top, the shape the bread makes when scored before baking (usually quick breads are not scored, but naturally form an “ear” on their own).

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The density and texture of this quick bread, however, are not markedly different when using Einkorn flour compared with standard all-purpose flour.

The Jovial brand of Einkorn flour can be found at Whole Foods or online, where it can also be purchased in larger quantities. Einkorn flour is significantly more expensive than standard all-purpose flour.

Using Einkorn in banana bread does not have any significant impact on the taste or texture of banana bread. You would never know the difference between a loaf of banana bread made with einkorn flour vs. a loaf of banana bread made with all-purpose flour (which is a blend of hard and soft wheat).

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Above is an image of King Arthur’s unbleached all-purpose flour and Jovial Einkorn all-purpose flour. The two flours feel exactly the same in texture. The color of the Einkorn flour is slightly yellow, compared with the white all-purpose flour.

As bananas change from underripe to ripe their sugar content increases significantly. However, overripe bananas are not any sweeter than ripe bananas. Overripe bananas, do however, have a stronger banana flavor. I find that very overripe bananas (more brown than yellow) are too intense in flavor for my preference, giving off an almost imitation banana taste (like you’d find in banana-flavored candy).

Expert Tip: Where possible, choose bananas that are ripe, more yellow than brown, but with plenty of brown spots. However, as long as your bananas are no longer unripe they will work well in banana bread.

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For more details on choosing bananas, as well as banana bread variations, and plenty of tips and tricks see my Guide to Baking Banana Bread.

This recipe calls for two cups of mashed bananas. This is typically 4 ½ to 5 medium bananas. It is important to measure the total quantity of mashed bananas in a large measuring pitcher (if you have one). This can be done quickly by adding the bananas in 1 to 2-inch chunks to a large measuring pitcher and mashing them with a hand mixer. This can of course be done by hand or with measuring cups if that is what you have available to you.

Below are the ingredients needed to make Einkorn Banana Bread. Note the texture of the Einkorn flour is the same as standard all-purpose flour, but the color is slightly more yellow.

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Step 1. Preheat the oven to 350℉. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar with a hand-held mixer (or mix by hand if you do not have a mixer).

Step 6. Butter and flour a 9x5 loaf pan.* See note below on different pan types and sizes. Pour the batter into the loaf pan. Create a score at the top of the loaf of bread with a knife. It is okay if the score doesn’t “stay” like it would with yeast bread. It will still help the bread to rise and separate around the score.

I have made this quick bread recipe many times both with and without sour cream. Using sour cream with Einkorn flour adds moisture and requires more flour to balance out the extra water content (it requires more Einkorn flour than would be needed if using standard all-purpose flour). This in turn dilutes the banana flavor and adds unnecessary complexity. The flavor of the bread is also better without sour cream.

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Einkorn banana bread can be stored on the counter in the dish that it was baked in, wrapped in plastic wrap or aluminum foil.

Yes, you can freeze Einkorn banana bread. It freezes and reheats very well. Wrap well in plastic wrap and place in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge or on the counter overnight and warm slices in the microwave.

If you make this Einkorn Banana bread, I'd love to hear from you and learn how it went. Leave a rating and a comment down below and let me know how it turns out. Your feedback means a lot!

Einkorn Flour Banana Bread

This Einkorn Banana Bread is a simple banana bread made with Einkorn flour, an ancient flour that is higher in protein. It is low in sugar and butter and has lots of bananas.

It requires only 8 ingredients, uses only 1 bowl, and can be made in a variety of different pans, which you’re sure to have at home.

Einkorn Flour: This can be purchased at Whole Foods (Jovial brand). Einkorn all-purpose flour can be substituted 1 for 1 with standard all-purpose flour in this quick bread.

Homemade Einkorn Banana Bread

Measuring Bananas: Add 4-5 ripe bananas to a large measuring pitcher and mix with a hand-held mixer to ensure an accurate quantity.

You can also use a pie dish, cake pan, or any other oven-safe dish.  Depending on the size and material you will have to adjust the baking time. The larger the surface area, the lower the baking time.

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Calories: 252 kcal | Carbohydrates: 43 g | Protein: 4 g | Fat: 7 g | Saturated Fat: 4 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2 g | Trans Fat: 0.2 g | Cholesterol: 56 mg | Sodium: 345 mg | Potassium: 244 mg | Fiber: 2 g | Sugar: 20 g | Vitamin A: 273 IU | Vitamin C: 5 mg | Calcium: 14 mg | Iron: 1 mg

Einkorn Flour Banana Bread Recipe

Have you tried this recipe? Leave a comment below and share a photo on instagram and tag @ or #. I'd absolutely love to hear from you and see what you're making!Cozy up next to the fire with a slice of this moist and delicious homemade einkorn banana bread. Perfect for an easy breakfast or as a wonderful holiday gift for neighbors and friends.

With the weather cooling down here in Texas, there is nothing better than lighting a fire and filling our home with the scent of fresh baked goods.

An absolute must around here is to whip up some mouth-watering banana bread with cozy notes of cinnamon. There is something about cinnamon that is the key to a heavenly scent coming from the oven.

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During the hot summer months, bananas tend to get used up in refreshing smoothies, but in the cooler months, we love using them to bake some warm banana bread.

This homemade banana bread is quick to throw together and the best way to use up those over-ripe bananas sitting on the counter.

Serve up a slice with some eggs and fruit for an easy breakfast or simply by itself for a yummy afternoon snack!

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After making the switch to using einkorn flour for our son, I decided to make some changes to create my own recipe. My focus was on creating a banana bread with a beautiful rise while reducing the overall amount of sugar.

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Einkorn flour is known as nature’s original wheat and has never been hybridized. It is easier to digest than modern-day wheat and is a great option for those with gluten sensitivities.

You know when bananas become too unappealing to want to eat, but not yet bad enough to be tossed in the trash? These are the bananas you want for banana bread!

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When bananas ripen and start to get brown spots on their skin they become softer and sweeter, making them perfect for banana bread.

Over-ripe bananas either find their way into banana bread or the freezer for smoothies. Both of which allow for easy breakfast ideas and zero bananas wasted!

Bake a couple of loaves of this homemade einkorn banana bread and freeze some for later! Double the amount of yummy goodness for half the effort!

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I recommend slicing the loaf and dividing each piece with parchment paper before placing in a freezer bag. This allows for easy removal and you can take out