Best 4 Grannys Banana Bread Recipes

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Indulge in the timeless classic, Granny's Banana Bread, a delectable treat that has been passed down through generations. This moist and flavorful bread is a symphony of sweet bananas, warm spices, and a hint of nuts, perfectly capturing the essence of home-baked goodness. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary journey, this recipe is your gateway to creating a masterpiece that will delight your taste buds and fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. With variations ranging from a classic version to one studded with chocolate chips, and even a gluten-free option for those with dietary restrictions, this article offers a recipe for every palate. Embark on a nostalgic journey as you recreate Granny's cherished recipe, or explore new flavor combinations to make this classic your own.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

GRANDMA'S BEST EVER BANANA BREAD



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Grandma's Best Ever Banana Bread is my mother-in-law's famous recipe that's everything you want in a banana bread: moist, tender, delicious and slathered with a luscious cream cheese frosting.

Provided by Lise Sullivan Ode

Categories     Bread

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (1 stick)
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs (room temperature)
1 1/2 cups all purpose flour or gluten free flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup mashed bananas (about 3)
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened (1/2 stick)
1 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease 9"x5" loaf pan. Set aside.
  • Cream butter and sugar. Add eggs. Stir to combine.
  • Whisk flour, baking soda and salt together. Add to butter mixture along with sour cream, bananas, and vanilla. Stir together until completely combined. Fold in nuts.Note: If you want to make this a gluten free recipe, it works beautifully just by substituting the same amount of gluten free flour instead of the all purpose flour and adding 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum. I used my homemade gluten free flour blend recipe from my blog.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the middle comes out clean. Let cool.
  • Mix together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar and vanilla until smooth and creamy. Frost cooled banana bread. Slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338 kcal, Carbohydrate 37 g, Protein 4 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 66 mg, Sodium 292 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 25 g, UnsaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GRANDMA'S HOMEMADE BANANA BREAD



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This recipe is a number one family favorite!!! It's been handed down from generation to generation. You can get creative by adding nuts, raisins or anything else that you want to throw in the batter

Provided by Jeannie Meyer

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Fruit Bread Recipes     100+ Banana Bread Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 ½ cups white sugar
½ cup butter, softened
3 bananas, mashed
2 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
⅓ cup sour milk
¼ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease an 8x4 inch loaf pan.
  • Combine sugar, butter, bananas, eggs, flour, baking soda, milk, salt and vanilla extract in a large mixing bowl; beat well. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in a preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.5 g, Cholesterol 41.5 mg, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 136.4 mg, Sugar 23.3 g

GREAT GRANNY'S BANANA BREAD



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This is hands down my favorite banana bread recipe and I'm posting it here for safe keeping. I got the recipe off the Cooking Light website and they give credit to Kathleen Daeleman and her book "Cooking Thin With Chef Kathleen". This bread isn't too sweet and I love the texture. If your using a darker baking pan, check the bread at about 1 hour.

Provided by Lucky in Bayview

Categories     Breads

Time 2h15m

Yield 20 thin slices, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
8 tablespoons butter, softened
1 cup sugar
4 medium overripe bananas, mashed
2 eggs
1 1/2 tablespoons yogurt or 1 1/2 tablespoons light sour cream
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped pecans or 1 cup walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F Grease and flour a 9x5 inch pan.
  • Sift together flour, baking powder, and baking soda.
  • In a separate bowl cream butter, sugar, then add mashed bananas.
  • Add eggs one at a time, then add sour cream or yogurt, lemon juice, salt, and nuts.
  • Add to dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  • Bake approximately 1 hours 20 minutes Start checking with a toothpick at about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.6, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 31, Sodium 136.5, Carbohydrate 25.9, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 13.2, Protein 2.8

BANANA BREAD



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Use overripe bananas to bake a classic banana bread with this easy recipe from Food Network.

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup granulated sugar
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
2 large eggs
3 ripe bananas
1 tablespoon milk
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Butter a 9 x 5 x 3 inch loaf pan.
  • Cream the sugar and butter in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  • In a small bowl, mash the bananas with a fork. Mix in the milk and cinnamon. In another bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
  • Add the banana mixture to the creamed mixture and stir until combined. Add dry ingredients, mixing just until flour disappears.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan and bake 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Set aside to cool on a rack for 15 minutes. Remove bread from pan, invert onto rack and cool completely before slicing.
  • Spread slices with honey or serve with ice cream.

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your banana bread will be.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can make the banana bread tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Use a loaf pan that is at least 9x5 inches: A smaller loaf pan will result in a very dense banana bread.
  • Bake the banana bread at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 50-60 minutes: Check the bread with a toothpick after 50 minutes. If it comes out clean, the bread is done.
  • Let the banana bread cool completely before slicing and serving: This will help the bread to hold its shape.

Conclusion:

Granny's banana bread is a classic recipe that is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. With its moist, flavorful crumb and sweet banana flavor, this bread is perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. Follow these tips to make the best banana bread ever.

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