Ingredients for Banana Bread<\/h2>\n
Preheat the oven to 350\u00b0F. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda and salt.<\/p>\n In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, bananas, oil, buttermilk and vanilla until well combined.<\/p>\n Add the banana mixture to the flour mixture, stirring just until combined. If desired, fold in the walnuts.<\/p>\n Pour the batter into a greased or parchment-lined 9×5-inch loaf pan. Bake the banana bread until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, 1-1\/4 to 1-1\/2 hours.<\/p>\n Cool the bread in the pan at room temperature for 15 minutes. Remove the bread from the pan and place it on a wire rack to cool completely to room temperature before slicing.<\/p>\n Editor’s Tip:<\/em>\u00a0Use a mini offset spatula or butter knife to spread the batter evenly to all four corners of the pan. While baking, if the bread is browning too quickly and the center isn\u2019t fully cooked, cover the top of the pan with aluminum foil.<\/p>\n You can make banana bread moist in a few ways. First, start by not overmixing the batter once the wet and dry ingredients are combined. Overmixing can cause an overdevelopment of the gluten, resulting in a tough, dense bread.<\/p>\n Second, don\u2019t overbake the bread! Overbaking causes moisture loss. Also, avoid baking your banana bread in a glass or ceramic pan. These types of pans take a long time to heat up, and you\u2019ll have to bake your bread longer. Use a metal pan for the most even baking.<\/p>\n Third, swap in brown sugar for half the granulated sugar. Brown sugar has more moisture (and flavor) than granulated sugar, which is why you\u2019ll see a 50:50 ratio of granulated and brown sugars in very moist chocolate chip cookies\u2014granulated sugar is for crispiness, brown sugar is for moisture!<\/p>\n Lastly, fully mash up your bananas. This will ensure that more liquid is spread throughout the batter so the bread doesn\u2019t dry out. Also, if you\u2019re short on your mashed banana measurement, make up for it with sour cream, yogurt, applesauce or even vanilla pudding.<\/p>\n To keep banana bread moist after baking, let it cool completely to room temperature on a cooling rack. Store the loaf on the counter in an airtight container lined with paper towels. Banana bread can last at room temperature for up to four days!<\/p>\n Yes, you can freeze the best ever banana bread! To freeze, place the room-temperature loaf in an airtight container or wrap it tightly in two layers of storage wrap followed by a final layer of aluminum foil. You can keep banana bread in the freezer for up to three months. When you\u2019re ready to enjoy it again, thaw the loaf in the fridge overnight or at room temperature for two hours.<\/p>\n There are a few options if you want to ripen bananas quickly<\/a>. If you have a day or two to spare, place bananas and an apple, avocado, peach or tomato in a brown paper bag and keep it on your counter. This will trap the ethylene gas of the fruits and quicken the ripening process.<\/p>\n To ripen bananas even faster, place them in their peels on a baking sheet and warm them in a 250\u00b0 oven until their flesh is soft and their peels are dark, 15 to 20 minutes.<\/p>\n When baking with bananas, use ones that are covered in brown spots. You can use bananas that are even riper than that, with their whole peel being brown or black. Ripe and overripe bananas yield the best flavor since they have released much more sugar than green or yellow bananas. Just make sure they\u2019re not, ya know, moldy.<\/p>\n Both baking soda and baking powder<\/a> are chemical leaveners that provide lift to your baked goods, so if the rise is not important to you, you can leave these out completely. If you want some rise in your banana bread and don\u2019t have baking soda handy, try substituting baking powder.<\/p>\n Baking powder is about four times weaker than baking soda. So, for this best ever banana bread recipe, use 4 teaspoons baking powder as a substitute for the 1 teaspoon baking soda.<\/p>\n Absolutely! We tested four different banana bread recipes for every diet and found delicious results by simply swapping a few key ingredients. We now have a perfect gluten-free banana bread recipe<\/a> and a vegan banana bread recipe<\/a> that taste just like the real thing!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Whenever I pass a display of bananas in the grocery store, I can almost smell the wonderful aroma of my best banana bread recipe. 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While baking, if the bread is browning too quickly and the center isn\u2019t fully cooked, cover the top of the pan with aluminum foil.","image":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Banana-Bread_TOHD24_3309_JonathanMelendez_05.jpg?fit=700,1024"}],"recipeYield":"1 loaf (16 pieces)","author":[{"@type":"Person","name":"Val Goodrich"}],"nutrition":{"@type":"NutritionInformation","calories":" 257 calories","fatContent":"13g fat (1g saturated fat)","cholesterolContent":"23mg cholesterol","sodiumContent":"171mg sodium","carbohydrateContent":"34g carbohydrate (21g sugars","fiberContent":"1g fiber)","proteinContent":"4g protein."},"aggregateRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"AggregateRating","ratingValue":4.8067727,"reviewCount":502,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5},"video":{"@type":"VideoObject","name":"How to Make the Best Banana Bread with Josh Rink","description":"Check out this video on how to make the best banana bread you've ever had","thumbnailUrl":["https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/v2\/media\/VO8gwmOd\/poster.jpg?width=720"],"uploadDate":"","duration":"P0DT0H0M2S","contentUrl":"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/videos\/VO8gwmOd-Uot7Fvi8.mp4"},"review":[{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-07-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"danielleylee"},"reviewBody":"I made this bread with one minor twist. I live in FL and I have been collecting fresh mangoes every day on my way to work. I only had one ripe banana and a plethora of ripe ripe mangoes, so I did 114g of ripe banana puree and 114g of fresh mango puree. It turned out super tasty with gorgeous hues. I divided the batter into 4 mini loaves and baked for 40-45 minutes in my mini bread stone pan (until the toothpick came out clean). This way I was able to share the love a little further and pass out mini loaves to my co-workers, neighboors, and friends.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-05-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"VictoriaPage"},"reviewBody":"I make this so often I have the recipe memorized! I usually make 1\/2 of it in muffin tins and the rest in a small loaf pan. I individually wrap the muffins with plastic wrap and put in a freezer zip lock bag to freeze. It is easy to pull one out and defrost in the microwave. My husband loves them for breakfast \"desert\". I usually substitute applesauce for the oil and add cinnamon because my husband loves it. Sometimes I substitute almond extract for the vanilla.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-02-09","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Rebekah778"},"reviewBody":"Anyone ever try the Buttermilk Substitute for the buttermilk needed; use 1 tablespoon of white vinegar plus enough milk to measure 1 cup? (Then divvy out whats needed for the recipe.) Its a frigid day with everyone clamoring for Banana Bread! Dont want to trek out to the store!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-10-07","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"ritajandj"},"reviewBody":"This is the best recipe for banana bread I've ever tried. I've used it for over 20 years. It says it doesn't double well so I tripled it. It makes two large loaves after tripling. My question is can I substitute pumpkin pur\u00e9e for the bananas to make this into pumpkin bread with the appropriate spices? I know I could experiment but I'd rather ask first. Thank you.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-03-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"jkhafer@yahoo.com"},"reviewBody":"Add 1 tsp cinnamon to dry ingredients and it makes this recipe that much better!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-11-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Paul590"},"reviewBody":" Most of the recipes on the web always want to say they are the best. This recipe is fairly typical, nothing special. Taste is always personal, but what took away from this for me was the enormous amount of sugar -- about equal by weight to the flour -- which gave it a cloying sweetness that overwhelmed the banana flavor.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-11-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"lvarner"},"reviewBody":" This was an excellent recipe! I love the end product, and it was easy to mix together and prepare. I sometimes add about 1\/2 cup of mini semi-sweet chocolate chips along with the nuts, for chocolate lovers! <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-05-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"inotsmile"},"reviewBody":"I have made this recipe several times. My family and neighbors like it. At 350 it always burns the bottom and the ends. Today I was determined to get a good one. I started at 350 but after reading some reviews lowered the temperature to 325. That made a nice banana bread not burnt. The bread bakes dark. Also I baked it for 1 hr 10 min. Given how many people have the burnt ends I think Taste Recipes should make a correction or a comment.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-06-28","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Terry573"},"reviewBody":"Perfect banana bread! Had 3 ripe ones so used them. Otherwise baked per recipe even the timing. Very moist. Looks identical to your pic!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-05-31","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"dcscake_OH"},"reviewBody":"Made this for my book club, but used sour cream instead of buttermilk, which I was out of. *It came out great - they all asked for recipe","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-05-23","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Jody939"},"reviewBody":"This recipe has an amazing flavor. I did change a few things. 1. I divided my sugar. 1 cup white 1\/2 cup brown sugar. 2. I also used milk with a tablespoon lemon juice to substitute for the buttermilk that I didn't have. 3. I also lowered my temp to 325. I was using a cast iron bread pan. It cooks hotter. 4. I only cooked it for 1 hr. then let it cool for the 15 minutes. Loved the parchment paper. It definitely made clean up easier. Thank you for a tasty recipe.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-10-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"KristineChayes576"},"reviewBody":"This is an excellent banana bread and a family favorite. I\u2019ve made this bread many times and it is always eaten in a day or two.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-07-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Joan626"},"reviewBody":"In place of the 1\/2 cup of oil, I used another 1\/2 cup of mashed banana. Ate it with a spread of butter on each slice, delish!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2021-05-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"lvarner"},"reviewBody":"This banana bread tasted great and it was very easy to prepare. I love that it uses oil as the fat - makes preparation so fast and easy!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-02-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Raynebow68"},"reviewBody":"Best banana bread ever. Used pecans instead of walnuts as a preference. Took about 1:23 in a gas range. Perfect.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2025-03-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"midwest"},"reviewBody":" Wow! Best banana bread I have tasted in my life. I've tried at least 25 different banana bread recipes as I'm always testing new recipes ( from blogs, cook books, instagram feeds, restaurant & bakery recipes etc) and this one is # 1! I followed recipe exactly as written. Trying to figure out what makes it so excellent, it has similar ingredients and method to others but somehow this one is perfect in every way. The aroma, texture, taste and rise 100% excellent. Im saving this recipe to my recipe catalog and throwing out other banana bread recipe.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-04-24","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"KristineChayes576"},"reviewBody":"Best Ever Banana Bread is a great recipe! No alterations needed :)","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2023-11-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"destine"},"reviewBody":" This is my go-to recipe for banana bread. It always comes out perfect. I use real sugar, not Splenda. Sometimes I use coconut oil to give it a more tropical flavor. I frequently get requests for the recipe and I always get compliments for the bread.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-01-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"East_Coast_Girl"},"reviewBody":" The title says it all! It is the best banana bread ever; the only recipe I use. As a personal preference, I leave out the walnuts. The type of sugar wasn't specific. I've tried white and brown....use brown.<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2022-09-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"mrscessna"},"reviewBody":"sweet and moist! I will be making this again","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-08-27","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"tammycookblogsbooks"},"reviewBody":" This is the best recipe for banana bread - very moist & delicious. Only 1 cup of sugar was used. The optional walnuts were sprinkled over top & lightly pressed in before baking. I made 2 loaves & froze one, can't wait to have the second loaf. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-05-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"David452"},"reviewBody":" I don't add any walnuts. Other than that I follow the recipe as is and people always rave about it. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2024-06-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"dylan'smama"},"reviewBody":" Our family has been making this delicious banana bread for years and years. As time has gone on, I have cut back the amount of sugar to half the amount. Is it just as good? Nope. It's better with all the sugar in it, but for health reasons I cut back on the sugar. Is it still amazing and the best banana bread recipe out there? You bet! If you haven't made it before, make sure you follow the recipe exactly the first time, so you can enjoy it as it is supposed to taste. After that, tweak it all you want! (I used 1\/3 wheat, 2\/3 white flour often times and add dark chocolate chips) You won't regret trying this recipe!<\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"title":"How to Make the Best Banana Bread with Josh Rink","description":"Check out this video on how to make the best banana bread you've ever had","url":"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/videos\/VO8gwmOd-Uot7Fvi8.mp4","duration":"2m34s","mime_type":"video\/mp4","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/dam-cdn.tmb.orangelogic.com\/AssetLink\/6638qpo0cb3v0cvwaj874w27rtts02j4.jpg","advertising":"","jw_id":"VO8gwmOd","jw_url":"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/videos\/VO8gwmOd-Uot7Fvi8.mp4","jw_thmub_url":"https:\/\/cdn.jwplayer.com\/v2\/media\/VO8gwmOd\/poster.jpg?width=720","jw_publish_date":"2019-04-27T00:00:00"},"rms_legacy_id":"3309","romance_copy_dek":"Our best ever banana bread is soft, moist and filled with a caramelized banana flavor. 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Directions<\/h2>\n
Step 1: Whisk together the flour mixture<\/h3>\n
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JONATHAN MELENDEZ FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nStep 2: Create the batter<\/h3>\n
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JONATHAN MELENDEZ FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nStep 3: Bake the banana bread<\/h3>\n
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JONATHAN MELENDEZ FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nBanana Bread Variations<\/h2>\n
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How to Make Banana Bread Moist<\/h2>\n
How to Store Banana Bread<\/h2>\n
Can you freeze banana bread?<\/h3>\n
Banana Bread Tips<\/h2>\n
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JONATHAN MELENDEZ FOR TASTE OF HOME<\/span><\/span><\/p>\nHow can you quickly ripen bananas?<\/h3>\n
How ripe should bananas be for banana bread?<\/h3>\n
Do you have to use baking soda in banana bread?<\/h3>\n
Can you make banana bread vegan or gluten-free?<\/h3>\n
Banana Bread Tips<\/h2> \r\n\r\n
How do I quickly ripen bananas?<\/h3> \r\nWhen baking with bananas, use ones that are ripe (or even overripe) to yield the best flavor. If you have a day or two to spare, place bananas and an apple, avocado, peach or tomato in a brown paper bag and keep on your counter. This will trap the ethylene gas of the fruits and quicken the ripening process. To ripen bananas even faster, place them in their peels on a baking sheet and warm in a 250\u00b0 oven for 15-20 minutes. Check out this article for more banana ripening tips<\/a>. \r\n\r\n
Do you have to use baking soda in banana bread?<\/h3> \r\nBoth baking soda and baking powder are chemical leaveners that provide lift to your baked goods. If you want some rise in your banana bread and don\u2019t have baking soda handy, try substituting baking powder. Baking powder is about 4 times weaker than baking soda. So for this recipe, use 4 teaspoons baking powder as a substitute for the 1 teaspoon baking soda. If the rise is not important to you, you can leave it out completely. Learn more on the differences between baking soda and baking powder<\/a>.\r\n\r\n
How do you keep banana bread moist after baking?<\/h3> \r\nTo keep banana bread moist, let it cool completely on a cooling rack. If you plan on eating the banana bread within 2-4 days, store on the counter in an airtight container lined with paper towels. For longer storage, freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Learn more on storing your favorite baked goods<\/a>.\r\n\r\n
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Banana Bread Tips<\/h2>
How do I quickly ripen bananas?<\/h3> When baking with bananas, use ones that are ripe (or even overripe) to yield the best flavor. If you have a day or two to spare, place bananas and an apple, avocado, peach or tomato in a brown paper bag and keep on your counter. This will trap the ethylene gas of the fruits and quicken the ripening process. To ripen bananas even faster, place them in their peels on a baking sheet and warm in a 250\u00b0 oven for 15-20 minutes. Check out this article for more banana ripening tips<\/a>.
Do you have to use baking soda in banana bread?<\/h3> Both baking soda and baking powder are chemical leaveners that provide lift to your baked goods. If you want some rise in your banana bread and don\u2019t have baking soda handy, try substituting baking powder. Baking powder is about 4 times weaker than baking soda. So for this recipe, use 4 teaspoons baking powder as a substitute for the 1 teaspoon baking soda. If the rise is not important to you, you can leave it out completely. Learn more on the differences between baking soda and baking powder<\/a>.
How do you keep banana bread moist after baking?<\/h3> To keep banana bread moist, let it cool completely on a cooling rack. If you plan on eating the banana bread within 2-4 days, store on the counter in an airtight container lined with paper towels. For longer storage, freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Learn more on storing your favorite baked goods<\/a>.
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