What is Banana Bread?

Banana bread is a type of quick bread, which means it doesn’t need yeast to rise. Instead, it uses baking soda or baking powder, which helps the bread rise quickly when baked. With a moist texture, a sweet banana flavor, and a hint of vanilla, banana bread has become a staple in kitchens worldwide.

How Long Does Banana Bread Last?

Banana bread stays fresh at room temperature for around four days. If stored in the freezer, it can last for two to four months.

Can You Freeze Banana Bread?

Absolutely! To freeze banana bread, first let it cool completely. Then, wrap the loaf tightly in a layer of plastic wrap followed by a layer of aluminum foil. If you prefer to thaw single servings, wrap individual slices before freezing.

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Easy Banana Bread Recipe

Recipe by RecipeWikkiCourse: LunchCuisine: WorldwideDifficulty: Easy

Servings

12

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

1

hour 

Calories

231

kcal

This banana bread recipe creates the most delicious, moist loaf with loads of banana flavor. Why compromise the banana flavor? Friends and family love my recipe and say it’s by far the best! It tastes wonderful toasted. Enjoy!

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• ¾ cup brown sugar

• ½ cup butter

• 2 large eggs, beaten

• 2 ⅓ cups mashed overripe bananas

Directions

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
• Combine flour, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl. Beat brown sugar and butter with an electric mixer in a separate large bowl until smooth. Stir in eggs and mashed bananas until well blended. Stir banana mixture into flour mixture until just combined. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
• Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 60 minutes. Let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

• This was a very simple and quick recipe to make,” according to LESLIE J. “I only added one teaspoon of vanilla extract just because I like the flavor of vanilla. It has a firm crust with a moist middle.

A Brief History Of Banana Bread

The origins of banana bread are linked to the Great Depression in the 1930s in the United States. During this time, resourcefulness was key, and wasting food was not an option. Overripe bananas, which would typically be thrown away, became the perfect ingredient for a sweet, moist bread. With the rise of baking soda and baking powder in recipes during this period, banana bread became a popular baked good.

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Best Banana Bread

Recipe by RecipeWikkiCourse: MainCuisine: American, Other world cuisineDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

15

minutes

Cooking time

1

hour 

Calories

257

kcal

Our best ever banana bread is soft, moist and filled with a caramelized banana flavor. It’s easy to see why bakers love this recipe!

Ingredients

• 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, optional

Directions

• 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. If desired, fold in nuts.
• Pour into a greased or parchment-lined 9×5-in. loaf pan. 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.

Notes

• Nuts: Chopped walnuts or pecans add a nice crunch.
• 
  Chocolate Chips: For those with a sweet tooth, chocolate chips make a delightful addition.
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  Spices: Cinnamon, nutmeg, or even a pinch of cloves can enhance the flavor.