Best 3 Homemade Banana Bread Recipes

Indulge in the delightful aroma of freshly baked banana bread, a classic treat that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with a tender, moist crumb. This beloved quick bread is not only easy to make but also incredibly versatile, offering a variety of recipes to suit every taste and dietary preference. From the traditional rendition bursting with banana flavor to a healthier alternative sweetened with honey and studded with walnuts, our collection of banana bread recipes has something for everyone. Whether you prefer a classic loaf, a mini loaf, muffins, or a gluten-free option, we've got you covered. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will fill your home with the irresistible scent of homemade banana bread.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

GRANDMA'S HOMEMADE BANANA BREAD

Grandma's Homemade Banana Bread image

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

Ingredients

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

HOMEMADE BANANA BREAD

Homemade Banana Bread image

"I served this quick bread to a group of ladies I had over for lunch," writes Carole Lanthier from Courtice, Ontario, "and every one of them asked for the recipe! It was a big hit." Moist, tasty and studded with cherries and walnuts, this pretty loaf is easily doubled. TIP: This bread freezes well and also makes a lovely holiday or hostess gift.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 loaf.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 eggs
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (2 medium)
1/2 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup chopped maraschino cherries

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. In a small bowl, beat the eggs, bananas, butter, coconut and extract. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in walnuts and cherries. , Transfer to a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Bake at 350° for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 304mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

HOMEMADE BANANA BREAD RECIPE BY TASTY

Homemade Banana Bread Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: light brown sugar, white sugar, bananas, buttermilk, canola oil, salt, vanilla extract, eggs, egg yolks, flour, baking soda, lemon juice

Provided by Mary McDaniel

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 cup light brown sugar
1 cup white sugar
5 bananas, overly ripe
⅔ cup buttermilk
1 cup canola oil
¼ teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 eggs
2 egg yolks
2 ½ cups flour
2 ½ teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

In a bowl, mix together brown sugar, white sugar, oil, buttermilk, vanilla, salt, eggs, and egg yolks and let it sit for about 2 hours or until the sugar has dissolved.
After 2 hours, in a separate bowl, combine flour and baking soda. Add this baking soda mixture into the sugar mixture and combine lightly.
Mash the bananas on a flat, covered surface and add lemon juice.
Then, add the mashed bananas to the previous mixture and combine.
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Grease two loaf pans and pour the mixture into the pans evenly.
Bake for 55 minutes, let cool, slice, and serve.

Tips:

Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your banana bread will be. Look for bananas with dark yellow skin and brown spots.
Mash the bananas thoroughly: Use a fork or potato masher to mash the bananas until they are smooth and creamy. This will help to incorporate them evenly into the batter and ensure a moist texture.
Use melted butter: Melted butter will help to make your banana bread moist and tender. Be sure to let it cool slightly before adding it to the batter.
Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make your banana bread tough. Stir just until the ingredients are combined.
Use a loaf pan that is the right size: A 9x5 inch loaf pan is the perfect size for this recipe. If you use a larger or smaller pan, you will need to adjust the baking time accordingly.
Bake the banana bread until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean: This is the best way to ensure that your banana bread is done baking.

Conclusion:

This homemade banana bread recipe is easy to follow and produces a delicious, moist, and flavorful loaf of banana bread. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious snack or breakfast treat in no time. So next time you have some ripe bananas, give this recipe a try!