Best 6 Rich And Delicious Banana Bread Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable aroma of freshly baked banana bread, a classic treat that combines the sweetness of ripe bananas with a moist, tender crumb. This versatile quick bread is a beloved favorite for breakfast, brunch, or as an afternoon snack. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, banana bread is a perfect baking project for both novice and experienced bakers alike. This article presents a collection of banana bread recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and taste buds, including a classic version, a gluten-free option, and a decadent chocolate chip variation. Discover the secrets to achieving the perfect balance of flavors and textures that make banana bread truly irresistible. Whether you prefer a traditional loaf or crave a creative twist, these recipes will guide you in creating a delightful treat that will warm hearts and satisfy cravings.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST BANANA BREAD



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The batter for this easy-to-make banana bread is enriched with sour cream, which gives it a subtle tang and super moist texture. In order to avoid this quick bread becoming tough and chewy, don't overmix the batter.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Bread Recipes

Yield Makes 1 loaf

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, at room temperature, plus more for pan
1 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup mashed very ripe bananas
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 9-by-5-by-3-inch loaf pan; set aside. In an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and beat to incorporate.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Add to the butter mixture and mix until just combined. Add bananas, sour cream, and vanilla; mix to combine. Stir in nuts and pour into prepared pan.
  • Bake until a cake tester inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean, about 1 hour 10 minutes. Let rest in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a rack to cool.

DELICIOUSLY MOIST BANANA BREAD RECIPE



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Learn how to make deliciously moist banana bread with this quick and easy recipe.

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Breakfast     Desserts     Featured

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup butter (melted)
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
2 medium bananas (mashed)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the butter and sugar. Add the eggs, vanilla and lemon juice. Mix well. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt. Once fully combined, pour into the butter mixture. Mix until smooth.
  • Mash the bananas with a fork or a potato masher. Fold in the sour cream, walnuts and mashed bananas. Spread the mixture evenly into the greased 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 60 minutes (or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center of the loaf).
  • Remove from oven and allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then remove and place on a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 cal

JANET'S RICH BANANA BREAD



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This is the moistest banana bread that I have ever tasted. It's also very easy to make!

Provided by vjonsson

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

Time 1h10m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup butter, melted
1 cup white sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup sour cream
½ cup chopped walnuts
2 medium bananas, sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the melted butter and sugar. Add the eggs and vanilla, mix well. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt, stir into the butter mixture until smooth. Finally, fold in the sour cream, walnuts and bananas. Spread evenly into the prepared pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean. Cool loaf in the pan for 10 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.6 calories, Carbohydrate 27.4 g, Cholesterol 44.4 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 218.9 mg, Sugar 15.5 g

RICH AND DELICIOUS BANANA BREAD



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This is an old family recipe that is requested frequently by the children. It's simple to make, rich and delicious.

Provided by dstonegove

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Breakfast Bread Recipes

Time 1h10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup shortening
1 cup white sugar
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3 ripe bananas

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly grease an 8x4 inch loaf pan.
  • In a large bowl, cream the shortening and sugar. Sift in the flour, baking soda and salt. Blend in the mashed bananas. Pour batter into prepared pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a knife inserted into center of loaf comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.8 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 359.1 mg, Sugar 24.4 g

MOIST AND DELICIOUS BANANA BREAD



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This is the best banana bread I have ever had. I buy really ripe bananas just so I can make this :-) Got the recipe years ago from my friend Rachel. We used to beg her to make this for us in college! I think the moistness is due to the 1/2 cup of oil - I didn't say it was the healthiest banana bread around, but it is worth the extra time on the treadmill!

Provided by Lilkari23

Categories     Breads

Time 1h40m

Yield 1 loaf, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 ripe bananas, mashed
2 eggs
1 3/4 cups flour
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4-1/2 cup walnuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine the oil, eggs, sugar, milk, vanilla, and mashed bananas.
  • Add the baking soda and flour.
  • Combine well for 2-3 minutes.
  • Pour into a greased loaf pan and bake in a preheated 325 degree F oven for 1 hour and 20 minutes.

MOIST & DELICIOUS BANANA NUT BREAD



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I got this recipe when I was 12 and have used it for the past 33 years and haven't found one better! My son used it when he was 12 at the California State Fair and won a first place ribbon with it. It is just simply delicious & moist. I either make a loaf or put it into muffin cups & make muffins for my kids to grab in the morning on their way to school. Using margarine makes the muffins come out in a better form, but the butter has a better flavor, so I usually use 1/2 of each to get the best of both worlds.

Provided by sktaggart

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h20m

Yield 18 muffins, 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup butter (or margarine)
1 1/4 cups sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 eggs (beaten)
3 ripe bananas, smashed (about 1 cup)
1/4 cup milk
2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2-1 cup chopped pecans (optional) or 1/2-1 cup walnuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Cream butter & sugar. Add vanilla & eggs. Combine dry ingredients, add alternately with bananas & milk. Add nuts if desired. Grease & flour 1 bread pan (2-3 smaller pans) or pour into muffin cups. For loaf bake at 350 for 45-60 minute Muffins 350 for 20-25min. Enjoy!
  • *Note- I usually use a smaller bread pan to make the 2 loaves, or use a larger one and just make 1 big loaf, but it will need to bake longer. I adjusted the time because people had been saying it was over baking, now people are saying it's under baked. I would use the old fashion test of a tooth pick at 45 min, then at 1 hour -- up to 1 hour & 30 min if needed. Hope that helps!

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas. The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your bread will be.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make your bread tough.
  • Be patient. Banana bread takes a while to bake, so don't be tempted to open the oven door before the timer goes off.
  • Let the bread cool completely before slicing. This will help prevent it from crumbling.

Conclusion:

Banana bread is a classic for many reasons. It's easy to make, delicious, and a great way to use up ripe bananas. There are many different ways to make banana bread, so you can find one that suits your taste and dietary needs. No matter how you make it, banana bread is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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