Easy Einkorn Banana Bread (No Refined Sugar + Perfectly Moist)

If you’ve been searching for the best einkorn banana bread recipe—one that’s naturally sweetened, fluffy but moist, tender without gumminess, and simple to make—this is the one. Einkorn flour adds a rich, buttery flavor and soft texture that modern wheat can’t replicate, making this banana bread with einkorn flour a wholesome upgrade from the classic version.

This post will walk you through exactly how to bake perfect einkorn banana bread, why einkorn behaves differently, how to avoid gumminess, how to get the best rise, and the nutritional benefits of baking with einkorn flour. You’ll also find tips, add-ins, and answers to the most common einkorn baking questions.

🍌 Why You’ll Love This Einkorn Banana Bread

🍌 Naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and honey or maple syrup
🧈 Soft, moist, and tender with a perfectly balanced crumb
🌾 Made with wholesome einkorn flour, an ancient grain packed with nutrients
✨ Feels indulgent but nourishing, without refined sugar
🥣 Simple ingredients you likely already have on hand
✅ Easy to make and reliable, turning out perfectly every time

Want more naturally sweetened recipes? Try my

👉Healthy Gluten-Free Banana Bread 

 👉Healthy Pumpkin Bread  

👉Healthy Zucchini Bread

⭐ Einkorn Banana Bread (Printable Recipe Card Below)

Easy Einkorn Banana Bread (No Refined Sugar + Perfectly Moist)

5 from 2 votes

This naturally sweetened einkorn banana bread is unbelievably soft, moist, and easy to make. With wholesome ingredients and a tender crumb, it’s the perfect go-to banana bread for the whole family.

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Prep Time15 minutes mins

Cook Time35 minutes mins

Servings: 8

Author: Claire

Ingredients

Wet

• 2 ripe speckled bananas about 1 cup mashed
• 1 egg or flax egg, see notes
• 4 Tbs. avocado oil (or grass-fed butter, melted)
• 2 tsp. vanilla extract
• ¼ cup + 2 Tbs. pure maple syrup or honey

Dry

• 1½ cups all purpose einkorn flour
• ½ cup blanched almond flour see notes for nut free option
• 2 tsp. cinnamon
• ⅛ tsp. pink Himalayaan salt
• 1 tsp. baking powder
• ¼ tsp. baking soda
• Optional: ⅓ cup dark chocolate chips, pecans, walnuts, or add-in of choice.

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9 inch loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease.
• (For muffins, line a 12-cup muffin tin. I love these cute paper liners.)
• Wet ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the egg (or flax egg), avocado oil or melted butter, vanilla extract, and honey or maple syrup. Whisk until fully combined.
• Dry ingredients: Sprinkle the einkorn flour, almond flour, cinnamon, salt, baking powder, and baking soda directly over the wet ingredients. Gently fold until just combined. Gently fold in any mix-ins of choice (chocolate chips, walnuts, etc). Do not overmix—einkorn flour is delicate. Optional: fold in ⅓ cup dark chocolate chips, walnuts, pecans, or add-in of choice.
• Let the batter rest for 10 minutes to allow the einkorn flour to hydrate and improve texture.
• Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. (For muffins, divide batter evenly between 12 muffin cups.)
• Bake at 350°F for 38–43 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs and the internal temperature reaches 200–205°F. For muffins: bake for 20-25 minutes until toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
• Remove from the oven and cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack and cool for 1 hour before slicing.

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Notes

Nut-free option: replace the ½ cup almond flour with ½ cup oat flour or ½ cup more einkorn flour. The almond flour does make this banana bread extra moist but oat or einkorn flour would make it extra fluffy!

Flax egg: I haven’t tested a flax egg for this recipe, but it should work well. Just use 1 Tbs. ground flax + 2 Tbs. water. Sit and let thicken for 5 minutes and use in the recipe as the egg.

✨ More Notes

Batter will be thick — this is normal for einkorn.

Letting the loaf cool fully is essential for proper texture.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 232kcal | Carbohydrates: 33.2g | Protein: 4.5g | Fat: 9.1g | Potassium: 178.9mg | Fiber: 2.5g | Sugar: 11.5g

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🍞 Einkorn Banana Bread Recipe (Naturally Sweetened + Foolproof)

Below you’ll find the benefits of the ingredients used in this recipe.
Scroll to the recipe card below for exact measurements and the printable recipe.

⭐ Ingredient Benefits

Bananas
Naturally sweeten the loaf, add moisture, and create that classic banana bread flavor without refined sugar.

Egg or Flax Egg
Provides structure and lift. A flax egg keeps the loaf vegan-friendly while still producing a soft, tender crumb.

Avocado Oil or Melted Butter
Adds richness, moisture, and softness. Healthy fats help improve einkorn’s texture and prevent gumminess.

Vanilla Extract
Enhances sweetness and brings warmth and depth to the banana flavor.

Honey or Maple Syrup
Naturally sweetens the bread while keeping it moist. These liquid sweeteners pair beautifully with einkorn’s earthy flavor.

Einkorn Flour
An ancient grain that creates a moist, tender crumb with superior nutrition. Easier to digest for many people compared to modern wheat (not safe for celiac).

Tapioca Flour
Lightens the texture and reduces gumminess. Helps keep the loaf soft, airy, and sliceable.

Cinnamon
Adds warmth and complements the banana flavor beautifully.

Salt
Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.

Baking Powder & Baking Soda
Work together to give einkorn the lift it needs for a perfect rise.

Printable recipe with exact measurements is in the recipe card above.

🍞 Einkorn Flour Banana Bread: What Makes Einkorn Special?

Einkorn is the world’s oldest wheat and has remained untouched by hybridization. Its flavor is richer, slightly nutty, and more aromatic than modern wheat. When used in banana bread, einkorn creates a naturally golden loaf thanks to its high carotenoid content. The result is a tender, flavorful, nutrient-dense quick bread that feels both nostalgic and elevated.

⭐ How Does Einkorn Flour Affect Banana Bread’s Rise and Texture?

Einkorn behaves differently from modern flour because its gluten structure is weaker and less elastic. Here’s how that impacts your banana bread:

Gentle Rise
Einkorn rises more softly. That’s why this recipe uses both baking powder and baking soda for balanced lift.

More Moisture Retention
Einkorn holds moisture extremely well, giving your banana bread a soft, lush crumb.

Delicate Texture
Einkorn creates tender baked goods that feel rich and velvety rather than dense.

Hydration Matters
A 10-minute batter rest allows einkorn to hydrate properly, reducing gumminess.

For another einkorn recipe with beautiful rise and texture, try
👉Fudgy Einkorn Brownies 

 or
👉Protein Einkorn Pancakes

🍞 How to Make Einkorn Banana Bread

1. Mash ripe bananas and mix with wet ingredients
2. Whisk dry ingredients into the bowl
3. Gently fold together and rest batter 10 minutes
4. Bake until set and golden
5. Cool fully before slicing

Full instructions and measurements are in the printable recipe card below.

⭐ What Are Some Tips for Baking With Einkorn Flour?

Baking with einkorn isn’t difficult—it just requires a few simple adjustments.

1. Don’t overmix
Einkorn’s delicate gluten structure becomes tight if overworked. Mix only until combined.

2. Expect thicker batter
Thicker einkorn batters bake into softer, better-textured loaves.

3. Rest the batter
Letting the batter sit for 5–10 minutes reduces gumminess.

4. Watch bake times closely
Underbaking leads to dense centers. Aim for an internal temperature of 200–205°F.

5. Adjust liquids based on banana ripeness
Very soft bananas → slightly reduce sweetener
Firmer bananas → recipe as written

6. Let it cool fully
Einkorn sets as it cools. Slice too early and it will seem underbaked even when perfect.

⭐ Tell Me More About Einkorn’s Nutritional Benefits Compared to Modern Wheat

Einkorn offers a long list of nutritional advantages:

Higher Protein Content
Einkorn contains up to 30% more protein than modern wheat.

More Antioxidants
Particularly lutein and carotenoids, which support eye and cellular health.

More Minerals
Includes magnesium, zinc, iron, and potassium.

Better Gluten Structure
Einkorn’s gluten is weaker and more water-soluble, which some people find easier to digest (not celiac-safe).

Unhybridized Ancient Grain
Because einkorn was never crossbred, its nutrient density remains naturally intact.

For more healthy gut-friendly recipe inspiration, check out
👉Einkorn Pancakes 

 👉Sourdough Cinnamon Rolls

 👉 Sourdough Chocolate Chip Cookies

Where to Get Einkorn Flour From? Grand Teton Ancient Grains

When it comes to einkorn flour, Grand Teton Ancient Grains is one of the most trusted brands on the market. Their einkorn flour is high-quality, stone-ground, and organic. They are a small family farm in Teton, Idaho! If you don’t have access to freshly milled einkorn, Grand Teton Ancient Grains flour is a fantastic option for making these pancakes. They ship and keep their prices super affordable which is awesome.

⭐ What Are Some Add-Ins for Einkorn Banana Bread?

There are so many ways to customize this loaf! Try adding:

Chocolate chips
Dark chocolate melts beautifully into einkorn’s buttery crumb.

Chopped nuts
Walnuts, pecans, or hazelnuts add crunch and nutrition.

Shredded coconut
Adds moisture and chew.

Fresh or freeze-dried fruit
Blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, chopped dates—so good.

Cinnamon swirl or nut butter swirl
Adds beautiful ribbons of flavor.

Banana chunks
Extra bursts of banana in every slice.

⭐ Storage Instructions

Room Temp: 3 days
Refrigerator: 5–6 days
Freezer: Up to 3 months (slice before freezing)