Banana Bread Recipes
These banana bread recipes offer three classic ways to turn ripe bananas into a comforting homemade loaf. From a traditional quick bread to a buttermilk version with optional nuts and a lighter, fluffy style, each recipe is simple to prepare and perfect for everyday baking.
Whether you prefer rich and moist banana bread or a lighter crumb with sifted flour, these time-tested recipes make an easy breakfast, snack, or shareable treat straight from the oven.
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Easy Banana Bread Recipes
Try these simple, no-fuss recipes to turn those overripe bananas into something delicious.
Banana Bread Recipe - 1
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup shortening
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/3 cups crushed bananas
- 2 cups white flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Cream shortening and sugar; add eggs.
- Stir in bananas and dry ingredients.
- Pour into a greased loaf pan.
- Bake for 1 hour or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Banana Bread Recipe - 2
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup oleo (margarine)
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 bananas, sliced
- 1 egg
- 2 cups sifted flour
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Cream oleo, sugar, and bananas.
- Add egg and beat well.
- Combine dry ingredients.
- Add dry ingredients alternately with buttermilk.
- Pour into a greased loaf pan and bake for 1 hour.
Banana Bread Recipe - 3
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup shortening
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup mashed bananas
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Sift flour, measure, and resift three times with baking powder, salt, and soda.
- Cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each.
- Mix in bananas.
- Add flour in four portions, beating until smooth.
- Pour into a greased 4×8×2-inch pan.
- Bake for 50 minutes. Cool on a rack.
Banana Bread FAQ
How ripe should bananas be for banana bread?
Very ripe bananas with brown spots work best. They are sweeter and mash easily, giving the bread more flavor and moisture.
Can I freeze banana bread?
Yes. Wrap the loaf or individual slices tightly and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
Why is my banana bread dense?
Dense banana bread is usually caused by overmixing or using too much flour. Stir just until combined and measure flour carefully.
Can I add nuts or chocolate chips?
Absolutely. Chopped walnuts, pecans, or chocolate chips can be folded into the batter just before baking.