Best 14 Banana Bread Loaf Recipes

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Indulge in the classic and comforting aroma of freshly baked banana bread loaf, a beloved treat that evokes nostalgia and warmth. With its moist, tender crumb, perfectly balanced sweetness, and the subtle hint of bananas, this delightful loaf is a staple in many homes. Whether you're looking for a cozy breakfast companion, a sweet afternoon snack, or a special dessert to share with loved ones, discovering the perfect banana bread loaf recipe can elevate your baking experience to new heights.

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JOY'S EASY BANANA BREAD



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This easy banana bread recipe is quick to prepare, and everyone always comes back for seconds!

Provided by Joy

Categories     Breakfast and Brunch     Breakfast Bread Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 ripe bananas, mashed
1 cup white sugar
1 egg
¼ cup melted butter
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  • Combine bananas, sugar, egg, and butter together in a bowl. Mix flour and baking soda together in a separate bowl; stir into banana mixture until batter is just mixed. Stir salt into batter. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center of the bread comes out clean, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Cholesterol 30.8 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 398.8 mg, Sugar 24.4 g

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.

BEST BANANA BREAD



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Make and share this Best Banana Bread recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lkadlec

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h10m

Yield 1 loaf, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs, beaten
3 bananas, finely crushed (for serious and extreme moist and delicious, try 4 bananas)
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon vanilla (optional)

Steps:

  • Remove odd pots and pans from oven.
  • Preheat oven to 350º / 180º.
  • Cream together butter and sugar.
  • Add eggs and crushed bananas.
  • Combine well.
  • Sift together flour, soda and salt. Add to creamed mixture. Add vanilla.
  • Mix just until combined. Do not overmix.
  • Pour into greased and floured loaf pan.
  • Bake at 350º / 180º for 55 minutes.
  • Keeps well, refrigerated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.8, Fat 10.5, SaturatedFat 6.2, Cholesterol 61.6, Sodium 338.3, Carbohydrate 42.5, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 24.4, Protein 3.7

BANANA LOAF



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Moist banana loaf, delicious warmed with butter ... mmmmmmm ... This recipe can be easily doubled to make 2 loaves.

Provided by dakota kelly

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

Time 1h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 9

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

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in the eggs one at a time, beating well with each addition, stir in the mashed bananas.
  • In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt. Blend the banana mixture into the flour mixture; stirring just to combine. Fold in the nuts.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 60 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.4 calories, Carbohydrate 40.1 g, Cholesterol 51.3 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 298.7 mg, Sugar 20.5 g

BANANA BREAD MINI LOAF



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Make and share this Banana Bread Mini Loaf recipe from Food.com.

Provided by LAFoster72

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
3/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup egg substitute
2 1/2 cups bananas
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ginger
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Steps:

  • mix butter, brown sugar and apple sauce
  • add eggs and bananas
  • add dry ingredients
  • mix together
  • put in mini loaf pan
  • bake 350 30 minutes or til done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 301.5, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 15.4, Sodium 308, Carbohydrate 55.8, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 25.8, Protein 5.7

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.

BANANA LOAF CAKE I



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This recipe is a family favorite. It is great for using overripe bananas. I usually double the recipe and make two loaves. You can also add walnuts if you wish. Note: When your bananas are overripe, you can put them in the freezer until you are ready to use them.

Provided by Sandi

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Banana Dessert Recipes

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup white sugar
¼ cup butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 egg
3 very ripe bananas

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 5x9-inch loaf pan.
  • Mash bananas and add flour, sugar, butter, vanilla, baking powder, baking soda and egg. Mix well. Pour into loaf pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven until toothpick inserted into center of cake comes out clean, 50 to 60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283 calories, Carbohydrate 53.2 g, Cholesterol 38.5 mg, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 238.4 mg, Sugar 30.6 g

BANANA BANANA BREAD



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Why compromise the banana flavor? This banana bread is moist and delicious with loads of banana flavor! Friends and family love my recipe and say it's by far the best! It's wonderful toasted!! Enjoy!

Provided by Shelley Albeluhn

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Fruit Bread Recipes     Banana Bread

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon salt
½ cup butter
¾ cup brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 ⅓ cups mashed overripe bananas

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine flour, baking soda and salt. In a separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar. Stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. Stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten. Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean. Let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 228.9 calories, Carbohydrate 34.8 g, Cholesterol 51.3 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 3.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 222.9 mg, Sugar 14.3 g

BEST EVER BANANA BREAD



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Whenever I pass a display of bananas in the grocery store, I can almost smell the wonderful aroma of my best banana bread recipe. It really is amazingly good! -Gert Kaiser, Kenosha, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 1h30m

Yield 1 loaf (16 pieces).

Number Of Ingredients 10

1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 medium ripe bananas, mashed (1 cup)
1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, stir together flour, sugar, baking soda and salt. In another bowl, combine the eggs, bananas, oil, buttermilk and vanilla; add to flour mixture, stirring just until combined. Fold in nuts. , Pour into a greased or parchment-lined 9x5-in. loaf pan. If desired, sprinkle with additional walnuts. Bake until a toothpick comes out clean, 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours. Cool in pan for 15 minutes before removing to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 12g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 166mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

BANANA-WALNUT LOAF



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You can toast slices of this all-purpose loaf for breakfast, serve it for tea in the afternoon, or top a piece with vanilla ice cream for dessert.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes     Bread Recipes

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, room temperature, plus more for pan
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/4 cups sugar
3 large eggs
3 cups mashed medium very ripe bananas (about 6)
1 cup chopped toasted walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter a 9-by-5-by-3-inch (2-quart) loaf pan; set aside. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda; set aside.
  • In the bowl of an electric mixer, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. With mixer on low speed, add flour mixture in three additions, alternating with two additions of banana; mix until just combined. Stir in walnuts, if desired, by hand.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan. Bake until a toothpick inserted in center comes out with only a few moist crumbs attached, 60 to 70 minutes. Let cool 10 minutes in pan, then turn out of pan and let cool completely on a wire rack.

BANANA BANANA BREAD



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Why compromise the banana flavor? My banana bread is moist and delicious with loads of banana flavor! Ultimate comfort food, and it's WONDERFUL TOASTED!! (Make sure to use bananas with a lot of black on them for the best flavor! The blacker the bananas, the stronger the banana flavor of the bread.)

Provided by Shelley Albeluhn

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 9x5 loaf, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
2 large eggs, beaten
2 1/3 cups mashed very overripe bananas

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Lightly grease 9 x 5 loaf pan.
  • In large bowl, combine flour, soda and salt.
  • In separate bowl, cream together butter and brown sugar.
  • Stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended.
  • Stir banana mixture into flour mixture; stir just to moisten.
  • Pour batter into prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 60-65 minutes until a toothpick inserted into center of loaf comes out clean.
  • Let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack.

VERY BEST BANANA LOAF



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This banana bread is, without a doubt, one of the very best I have ever made. The loaves have a very nice deep color and a beautiful crumb. The secret is not the unusual liquid ingredient, the secret is slow baking. Oil makes this recipe parve, (thanks Mirj for explaining this to me & Chia and Miraklegirl for your help too).

Provided by Susie in Texas

Categories     Quick Breads

Time 1h35m

Yield 2 Loaves

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups very ripe pureed bananas (approx. 6 bananas)
2 1/2 cups dark brown sugar
1/2 cup oil (if your prefer, you may sub. melted, unsalted butter)
4 eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup Coca-Cola
1 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
  • Spray two 9 X 5 inch loaf pans with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Using your food processor, puree the bananas, then remove the puree to another bowl and set aside.
  • No need to clean the work bowl of your food processor, just add together and blend well the sugar, oil, eggs and vanilla.
  • Takes about 1 minute.
  • Measure and mix together, in a separate bowl, all the dry ingredients except the nuts.
  • Return banana puree to processor work bowl.
  • Add dry ingredients and blend, pouring in the coca cola as mixture is blending together.
  • Blend until smooth, about 1 minute.
  • Blend in nuts by hand.
  • Divide mixture between the two loaf pans.
  • Place loaf pans on a baking sheet in the oven.
  • Bake for 1 hour and 20 minutes OR until loaves test done in the middle with a toothpick.
  • Let cool about 10-15 minutes then turn loaves out of pans to finish cooling.
  • These loaves keep well or can be frozen.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2605.2, Fat 66.5, SaturatedFat 10.7, Cholesterol 372, Sodium 2342.2, Carbohydrate 473.9, Fiber 10.1, Sugar 297.6, Protein 35.6

BRILLIANT BANANA LOAF



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A cross between banana bread and a drizzle cake, this easy banana loaf recipe is a quick bake that can be frozen. It's great for using up overripe bananas, too.

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Afternoon tea, Dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield Cuts into 8-10 slices

Number Of Ingredients 8

140g butter, softened, plus extra for the tin
140g caster sugar
2 large eggs, beaten
140g self-raising flour
1 tsp baking powder
2 very ripe bananas, mashed
50g icing sugar
handful dried banana chips, for decoration

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4.
  • Butter a 2lb loaf tin and line the base and sides with baking parchment.
  • Cream 140g softened butter and 140g caster sugar until light and fluffy, then slowly add 2 beaten large eggs with a little of the 140g flour.
  • Fold in the remaining flour, 1 tsp baking powder and 2 mashed bananas.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared tin and bake for about 50 mins, or until cooked through. Check the loaf at 5-min intervals by testing it with a skewer (it should be able to be inserted and removed cleanly), as the time may vary depending on the shape of your loaf tin.
  • Cool in the tin for 10 mins, then remove to a wire rack.
  • Mix 50g icing sugar with 2-3 tsp water to make a runny icing.
  • Drizzle the icing across the top of the cake and decorate with a handful of banana chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 34 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 24 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.5 milligram of sodium

CARROT BANANA BREAD



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I received this from my mother-in-law and it's become my favorite banana carrot bread recipe. The carrots add a special touch. -Beulah Starkweather, Englewood, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 loaf (16 slices).

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 eggs
1 cup mashed ripe bananas (2 to 3 medium)
1/3 cup canola oil
1 cup grated carrots
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, bananas and oil. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fold in carrots and pecans. Transfer to a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. , Bake at 350° for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 163mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Tips

  • Choose ripe bananas with brown spots for a sweeter, more flavorful banana bread.
  • Use a combination of all-purpose flour and whole wheat flour for a denser, more nutritious loaf.
  • Add a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or cloves for a warm, autumnal flavor.
  • For a moist, tender crumb, add a cup of mashed sweet potatoes or applesauce to the batter.
  • Top the banana bread with a crunchy streusel topping made with oats, brown sugar, and butter.
  • Bake the banana bread in a loaf pan at 350°F 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.

Conclusion

Banana bread is a classic comfort food that is easy to make and loved by people of all ages. With so many different variations, there's sure to be a banana bread recipe that everyone will enjoy. Whether you like it simple or loaded with nuts, chocolate chips, or other add-ins, banana bread is the perfect way to use up ripe bananas and enjoy a delicious, homemade treat.

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