Best 6 Simple Banana Bread Recipes

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Indulge in the classic comfort of homemade banana bread with our collection of simple and delectable recipes. From the classic with a moist and tender crumb to variations like chocolate chip, streusel topping, and even a gluten-free option, we've got you covered. These recipes are easy to follow, requiring pantry-staple ingredients and minimal effort. Discover the perfect banana bread recipe for your taste and dietary preferences, and transform overripe bananas into a delightful treat.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SIMPLE PEANUT BUTTER BANANA BREAD



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Classic banana bread with a generous helping of peanut butter makes this easy loaf a delicious breakfast treat or snack.

Provided by LaurasFaves

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

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

¾ cup peanut butter
⅓ cup shortening
⅔ cup white sugar
1 cup mashed very ripe banana
2 eggs
1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking soda
¼ cup buttermilk

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 4x8-inch loaf pan.
  • Beat peanut butter and shortening in a bowl. Gradually add sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Beat one egg into peanut butter mixture until completely blended before beating in the second egg. Stir in mashed banana.
  • Combine flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda in a bowl. Stir flour mixture into banana mixture alternately with buttermilk, mixing until batter is just blended. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 calories, Carbohydrate 37.9 g, Cholesterol 37.4 mg, Fat 17.9 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 355.1 mg, Sugar 17.4 g

SIMPLE BANANA-APPLE BREAD



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This is a wonderful, tasty, and super easy recipe to follow. You can omit the apple and it is a simple banana bread recipe also. My family loves it.

Provided by tmtiwary

Categories     Breads

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 loaf, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 3/4 cups flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup sugar
2 eggs
2/3 cup vegetable oil
3 tablespoons milk
2 large bananas (mashed)
1/2 cup nuts (chopped)
1 large apple (peeled, cored, chopped)

Steps:

  • Mix together flour, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
  • Blend in eggs, oil, and milk.
  • Stir in banana, apple, and nuts.
  • Pour batter into greased loaf pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for about 1 hour or until toothpick test comes out clean.

SIMPLE VEGAN BANANA BREAD



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this recipes is super easy and super yummy! it doesn't have oil, or "butter" in it, so it is also very low-fat! but it still tastes amazing!! i make this all the time, and even my non-vegan family loves it too! plus you can add anything you like to it, like walnuts, chocolate chips, carob, or whatever.

Provided by VeganCookie

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 loaf, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 ripe bananas
2/3 cup sugar
4 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees. grease a 8x4" loaf pan.
  • Mash the bananas with a fork in a large bowl.
  • Add the sugar, vanilla, and water and mix well.
  • In a medium bowl mix the flour, baking powder and salt together.
  • Pour the flour mixture into the bananas. mix well (if you want to add choco chips, walnuts, or carob chips, nows the time to do so).
  • Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake for 55-65 minutes or until toothpick inserted into the bread comes out clean. let cool completly before slicing, if you can wait that long lol.

SIMPLE BANANA NUT BREAD



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This is my grandmother's recipe for banana nut bread. I love making it with bananas soon before they're ready to be thrown away. My boyfriend doesn't like nuts, so it tastes great without them as well. Easily doubled if you'd like to make more.

Provided by Abbey212

Categories     Breads

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 loaf, 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons Crisco (or butter)
2 eggs
1 cup banana (mashed, add 1/2 cup more if you like)
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup nuts (whichever kind you like)
1 3/4 cups flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350. Grease a medium sized loaf pan for single recipe. Pour batter in pan and bang on counter a few times to release any air. Bake about 1 hour or until toothpick comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.5, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 42.3, Sodium 280.8, Carbohydrate 37.1, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 17.3, Protein 4.9

RIDICULOUSLY SIMPLE BANANA BREAD



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Categories     Bread     Dessert

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 whole ripe bananas mashed
1 c sugar
1/2 cup oil
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
2 eggs
1 1/4 cup flour
1tsp baking soda

Steps:

  • Beat sugar, oil, walnuts and eggs and then add bananas. Add flour and baking soda. Mix completely and pour into bread pan. Bake at 350 for 1 hr.

SIMPLE BANANA BREAD



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I developed this recipe because I wanted a bread recipe, not cake-like, while living in a 10-foot trailer. This recipe is very low in fat.

Provided by Theresa Parker

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Breakfast Bread Recipes

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 ripe bananas, mashed
⅔ cup white sugar
2 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 8x4 inch loaf pan and set aside.
  • In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
  • In another bowl, mash the bananas and stir in the eggs and sugar. Stir in the flour mixture and mix until just combined, then fold in the chopped nuts (optional). Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 55 to 65 minutes or until bread tests done. Remove from oven and cool on a rack for 10 minute, then remove from pan and cool completely. Slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 237.4 calories, Carbohydrate 44.2 g, Cholesterol 37.2 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 180.1 mg, Sugar 19.4 g

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 your banana bread tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Use a loaf pan that's at least 9x5 inches: This will ensure that your banana bread bakes evenly.
  • Bake the banana bread at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the banana bread cool completely before slicing and serving: This will help it hold its shape.

Conclusion:

Banana bread is a classic treat that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make, delicious, and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a banana bread recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give banana bread a try. You won't be disappointed!

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