Moist Banana Bread Recipe with Self-Rising Flour (2024)

Thisbanana bread recipeuses self-rising flour,melted butter, and buttermilk for the fluffiest, moist bread. This delicious quick bread is prepared in a single bowl making this recipe quick and easy. The bread is fluffy and irresistible. Enjoy a slice for a quick breakfast or as an afternoon snack.

When bananas ripen too quickly,homemade banana breadis a must. This is thebest banana bread recipeto use up ripe bananas. It usessimple ingredients, and you only need one bowl to prepare it. There is no need to break out theelectric mixer. The bread comes out moist, fluffy, and full ofbanana flavor.

Moist banana breadhas atender crumbthanks to themelted butterand buttermilk in the batter. Like this 3-ingredient biscuit recipe, self-rising flour shortens theingredient listand makes this quick bread recipe a breeze.

Thebanana flavorof this bread is prominent thanks to plentiful bananas in the batter. Thedelicious banana breadis kept simple and classic with pantry ingredients and chopped nuts folded into it. This will soon become yourfavorite recipefor banana bread.

Easy Banana Bread Recipe

• This easy quick bread recipe usessimple ingredients, including pantry and refrigerator staples.
• When you haveextra bananas, banana bread is agreat wayto use the ripened fruit (even softbrown bananas). Using theseover-ripe bananasfor baking eliminatesfood waste.
• This classicbanana bread loafis traditionally flavored, so the banana taste shines through.
• Walnuts add crunch, creating the perfect contrast with the soft, fluffybanana loaf.

Self-Rising Flour in Quick Bread

Self-rising flour hasbaking powderand salt mixed into it, eliminating the need to add additional leavening agents (in most cases). Make your own by mixing two cups of all-purpose flourwith one tablespoon ofbaking powderand ½teaspoon salt. Self-rising flour and all-purpose flourcannot be used interchangeably.

Ingredients

• Self-Rising Flour- Utilizing self-rising flour eliminates the need to add additional leavening agents likebaking powderorbaking soda.
• Large Bananas- Use only ripe bananas when making banana bread. As bananas ripen, the starch turns into sugar, making them sweeter. Their softer texture is also easier to incorporate into batter and dough.
• Light Brown Sugar(packed)
• Large Eggs (room temperature)
• Unsalted Butter(melted) - This recipe uses butter instead of oil for a richer flavor.
• PureVanilla Extract
• Buttermilk- Buttermilk assists in flavor, leavening, and moisture. Make your own at home by mixing ½ a cup of whole milk with a ½ tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar. Let the mixture sit for at least five minutes before using it.
• Walnuts(optional) - Chopped walnuts add a delightful textural contrast to banana bread.

See the recipe card for the ingredient quantities.

Step-By-Step Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a loaf pan withcooking sprayormelted butterand set it aside.
2. Place the bananas in alarge bowland mash them until smooth.
3. Whisk themelted butter, sugar, and buttermilk into themashed bananas. Add the eggs andvanilla extractand mix until well combined.
4. Fold the flour into the banana mixture and mix just until incorporated. Fold in the walnuts (if using).
5. Pour thebanana bread batterinto theprepared loaf panand smooth it into an even layer.
6. Bake the banana bread for 50-55 minutes untilgolden brownand a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Allow the bread to cool slightly before removing it from the pan and placing it on awire rackto cool completely.

Ingredient Substitutions

• Light Brown Sugar- Granulated Sugar,Dark Brown Sugar, Coconut Sugar
• Melted Butter- Avocado Oil,Vegetable Oil, Canola Oil, Coconut Oil
• Walnuts- Pecans, Almonds
• Optional Add-Ins-Chocolate Chips, Chia Seeds, Flax Seeds

Variations

• Chocolate Chip Banana Bread- Fold in ½ cup of semi-sweetchocolate chipsor chunks alongside the walnuts.
• Mini Loaves- Pourbanana bread batterinto mini loaf tins or a mini loaf pan. Bakemini loavesfor 30 - 35 minutes. *Baking time will vary.
• Banana Nut Muffins- Pour banana batter into a greased or lined 12-cup muffin tin. Top batter with additional chopped walnuts. Bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes.*Baking time will vary.

For a fun banana bread variation, try thisrecipe that uses coconut flakes.

Suggested Equipment

• PyrexLarge Mixing Bowl- I love using clear glass bowls for baking. The visible sides make it easy to see that everything has been properly mixed.
• Rubber Spatula- Spatulas are essential for scraping the bowl and folding ingredients into the batter.
• Loaf Pan- You will need one 9x5-inch loaf pan for this recipe.

Storage

Store cooledleftover banana breadin anairtight containeror wrapped tightly inplastic wrapatroom temperaturefor up to 5 days.

DeliciousBanana Recipes

• Banana Bread Baked Oatmeal
• Pumpkin Banana Bread
• Banana Blueberry Oatmeal Muffins
• 3-Ingredient Banana Oatmeal Cookies
• Banana Pound Cake Loaf
• Peanut Butter Banana Oat Bars

Expert Tips

1. Use ripe oroverripe bananas.
2. Use room-temperature eggs for the best incorporation.
3. Spoon and level the flour for accurate measuring.
4. Refrain from over-mixing once thedry ingredientsare added.
5. Bake the bread in a preheated oven for even baking.
6. Sprinkle the loaf with additional chopped walnuts for a pretty appearance and added crunch.

Frequently Asked Questions

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