Banana Bread Recipe

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This isn’t your ordinary Banana Bread Recipe! Loaded with banana flavor and dates, it’s one of the best! When it comes to making homemade bread, this is one that you won’t forget anytime soon.

Perfect for a sweet treat, a simple snack, or a great way to use those bananas sitting on the counter. Get ready to love this simple recipe!

Banana bread is one of those snacks that will have everyone eying the next piece. It’s soft, fluffy, and flavorful, and nothing needs to be added to it to be good. (Who says a bit of butter or whipped cream couldn’t help?)

Banana Bread Recipe

One of the other secret ingredients I use in this better than Banana Nut Muffins, is molasses. It adds a subtle sweetness and a nice dark coloring to the loaf of bread – and I always get compliments on it.

My boys are also big bread fans, so nothing makes them happier than coming home to a freshly baked loaf, warm and ready.

If you play your cards right, you can even sneak a few slices and put them in the freezer for later!

How do I store banana bread to keep it soft?

Storing banana bread correctly is a key part of keeping it soft. Immediately after baking, wrap the banana bread well in plastic wrap or aluminum foil and store it at a cool room temperature location for up to one week.

Refrigerate any leftovers—the cool temperature will help keep the bread moist and prevent it from drying out.

Ensure that the bread is well-wrapped when placed in the refrigerator so there is no risk of absorbing any other flavors or aromas in your fridge.

If you need to store banana bread over the long term, it should be wrapped tightly and frozen for up to three months. Simply place into an airtight bag, and when ready to eat, thaw slowly at room temperature.

Following these steps will ensure your banana bread maintains its delicious texture and stays fresh for as long as possible.

 

Specialty Ingredients:

The following ingredients are affiliate links on Amazon because they may be a bit hard to find in your normal store.  I wanted you to be able to see exactly which things we are using.

• Molasses
• Walnuts

Reminder, not all ingredients in the Walnut Banana Bread Recipe are linked above, just the ones that may be a bit difficult to find or that you might be unsure of what to look for

Must Have Resources:

When making Easy Banana Bread at home, you really need to have the following Amazon affiliate tools on hand.

• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper

         

 

Make it a Meal:

If you’re considering starting to meal plan, now is the time! It’s a simple way to make the meals and plan them out so that everyone in the family knows what to expect.

Main Dish: Butternut Squash Soup Recipe

Vegetable Side: Simple Carrot Salad

Starch Side: Oven Roasted Red Potatoes Recipe

Refreshing Drink: Cotton Candy Mocktail Recipe

Best Bread Recipes:

Once you make this Banana Nut Bread Recipe, you will want to continue with that flavor and taste! Here are just a few of my favorites!

This Paska Easter Bread Recipe is a simple bread for Easter dinner.

Find out how simple it is to make this Irish Soda Bread Recipe!

Pistachio Bread is a fun and delicious bread recipe to make!

I love the flavor of this Maple Nut Bread recipe! Such a fun and addictive taste!

Homemade Pumpkin Bread is one of my top fall favorites!

If you love sweet bread, check out this Strawberry Banana Bread Recipe!

Blueberry fans will agree that this Sweet Lemon Blueberry Zucchini Bread Recipe!

What is the secret to making moist banana bread?

To make the perfect moist banana bread, it is important to choose the right bananas. Ripe bananas add the sweetness and moisture that other ingredients cannot provide.

If your bananas are too green, they won’t be sweet enough, and too over-ripe will create a soggy loaf. Bananas near turning brown are the best option for moist banana bread.

Even if you have chosen the correct type of banana, adding additional liquid elements like sour cream or yogurt can prevent your batter from drying in the oven.

And finally, don’t forget to butter your baking tin liberally before pouring in the batter – this delicious added layer of fat will help produce an extra-moist finish.

Timing is also key when baking the perfect batch of banana bread!

You want to bake until a toothpick inserted into the center of your loaf comes out clean, but do not overcook, or your loaf will dry out and lose its beloved moist texture.

Why does my banana bread crumble when cutting it?

This can be a frustrating experience, but it is not uncommon. The crumbly texture is likely due to overbaking or undermixing the ingredients.

Overbaking can cause the bread to become dry and crumbly, while undermixing can result in uneven distribution of the ingredients, causing the bread to fall apart when cut.

To avoid this issue, it is important to follow the recipe carefully and not over-mix the ingredients. Additionally, it is recommended to wait until the bread has cooled down completely before cutting into it to avoid any residual heat causing it to crumble.

By taking these precautions, one can enjoy delicious and perfectly sliced banana bread.

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More Banana Recipes:

Whether you prefer sweet or savory dishes, there is sure to be a banana recipe out there that will satisfy your taste buds.

So why not try something new and incorporate bananas into your next meal? Your body will thank you for it.

Here are some of my other favorite banana recipes that I crave and love. Let me know what you think of these recipes!

• Strawberry Banana Granola Parfaits Recipe
• Orange Banana Yogurt Smoothie
• Banana Sushi Bento Box

Will you add a topping to your slice of warm banana bread?

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