Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (2024)

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (1)

Susan

Rating: Unrated

11/06/2016

If you found your bread dense and dry, one trick with baking with whole wheat flour is to let the batter rest in the pan at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes before baking since whole wheat flour takes longer to hydrate than all purpose flour. As for the crumbly texture, make sure it is completely cool before slicing. If you found it crumbly and difficult to slice after cooling on a wire rack, you can wrap it in plastic wrap after it has completely cooled on the rack and let it sit overnight before serving and that should help.

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (2)

daneanp

Rating: 3 stars

02/28/2016

This is an easy to make, basic banana bread. Dense but moist. Good flavor but not overly banana so could serve as a base for experimentation - white choc chips and chopped dried apricot, rum extract and coconut - endless possibilities. A keeper recipe.

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (3)

LauraClay06

Rating: 5 stars

03/29/2014

I'm so glad I found this recipe. This is the first time I attempted it. I made a few substitutions and it turned out perfect in every way. Flour- 3/4 w.w., 1/2 all-purpose and 1/4 ground oats. Two bananas equaling about 1.5 cups when mashed. I omitted the walnuts because I never add nuts. Sugar- 1/4 cup white and 1/4 cup brown sugar because I ran out of white. Yogurt- strawberry greek yogurt because it's what I keep on hand. Oil- Almost 1/4 cup of apple sauce in place of oil, and topped off the measuring cup with about 1 tsp vegetable oil. I also added a splash of vanilla, and a sprinkle of cinnamon and nutmeg. After pouring into the pan I gave it a light sprinkle of cinnamon sugar. I baked it about 65-70 minutes and during the last 5-10 minutes I set the oven to 320* to keep the edges from burning. In the end, I had a flavorful, healthier banana bread that was moist, chewy, not crumbly and crunchy around the edges. I usually bake with egg and was pleasantly surprised! Thanks

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (4)

ExperimentBaker

Rating: 3 stars

11/29/2013

Good taste, looked like picture, will spice up next time. Problem: mine was dry and a bit crumbly and would like suggestions on how to fix this. I carefully measured my flour, using 180 g, a bit less than the 7 ounces in the recipe, and 225 g bananas, which was the defined value of 1 cup mashed off another Web site. 1) Cooked 69 minutes because family in a Thanksgiving stupor did not tell me timer went off 4 minutes ago! 2) Subbed lowfat sour cream for the yogurt and 1/2 cup Splenda for the sugar, which I routinely do in baking with good results. 3) Subbed corn oil for canola because it was what I had on hand. 4) Used flax seed that had already been milled for sale commercially. It was came from a newly opened package in date.

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (5)

MollsofAmerica

Rating: 4 stars

08/15/2013

I substituted apple sauce for the canola oil and also used 1/2 cup sugar rather than 3/4. Turned out great. Doesn't brown like other banana breads I've made. Would have taken it out of the oven a little earlier so the crusts were a little less tough. Probably only needed an hour or an hour an 5 min.

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EllenDeller

Rating: 4 stars

09/20/2012

Thrilled to have a yummy recipe my egg-allergic friend can eat too. The sugar content here is excessive--I cut it to 1/2 cup and still find it too sweet. May cut to 1/3 cup and use a flavored yogurt (vanilla or even a natural banana flavor). Other than that, this is just perfect.

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (7)

steponme

Rating: 5 stars

03/05/2012

This is a delicious banna bread. It's not exactly low fat, but the fact that it's loaded with ingredients that are good for you, it taste even better!

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (8)

iamjenny

Rating: 5 stars

02/27/2012

This recipe is very good. I add shredded zucchini as well, to get some veggies into the mix.

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (9)

ashleyckummer

Rating: 4 stars

12/09/2011

I have made this recipe many times- it really delicious- sometimes I add some white chocolate chips and sprinkle crushed walnuts on top too to give it a little something extra. My only issue with this recipe is that I genereally put a little extra banana in there because its not banana-y enough for me;)

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (10)

kinflightinoh

Rating: 4 stars

10/28/2011

I made this just as written. Absolutely loved it. No eggs, no problem. We love chocolate chips and will add minis to the mix from now on. Makes a heavy piece of bread, just what I want for breakfast. Thank you for sharing this recipe. Will make again.

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (11)

RitaRackley

Rating: 5 stars

10/03/2011

My husband and I really liked this banana bread. I am making it again tonight.

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (12)

Carlynarr

Rating: 5 stars

09/14/2011

Not like anyone needs further confirmation that this recipe is awesome, but in case you are on the fence, MAKE IT already. This bread compels me to write poetry: Oh, banana bread, you are such a paradox: tasty yet healthy. I also love this recipe because since it is eggless and butterless, it's super easy to veganize. Just sub in some soy yogurt and you're there. Mad props to Eileen.

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (13)

kylahnicole

Rating: 5 stars

08/24/2011

This is a fantastic recipe. I make this for my office and my coworkers love it! I add vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg and allspice to add extra flavor and sweetness. Banana bread is considered a dessert in my house!

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (14)

starby135

Rating: 5 stars

05/14/2011

This is a very good banana bread recipe. I used 1/2cup sugar instead of 3/4 and it was still sweet enough. Sometimes I add semi-sweet chocolate chips (1/2 cup) if I'm in the mood for some chocolate but don't feel like going all out (like making a brownie).

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (15)

ChefJenn

Rating: 4 stars

03/24/2011

Delicious!! I followed the recipe exactly and it came out really well. Next time I will follow the suggestions though and not use as much sugar and probably add some cinnamon/cloves/vanilla. Finished baking in an hour. Can't wait for breakfast in the morning!

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (16)

badkitty

Rating: 5 stars

12/20/2010

Didn't have flaxseed or flaxmeal, ground equal amount of sesame seed in mini food processor, and it's fabulous. Added some cinnamon, clove and nutmeg, convection oven cooks in 50 minutes. Now I have a "go-to" banana bread recipe. Excellent for breakfast, toasted with light cream cheese.

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (17)

Mikala

Rating: 5 stars

10/17/2010

Excellent recipe. Not only did it make our home smell wonderful, it was DELISH! Definitely a keeper. My daughter loved it. Although, I did not inlcude the walnuts as I didn't think she'd like the texture. Highly recommend this banana bread.

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (18)

jgaut11

Rating: 5 stars

09/02/2010

Great recipe! Tastes almost just like our family recipe, but now I have a healthier way to enjoy this old favorite! This is super tasty and healthier too!Followed tips from others and cut the sugar to 1/2c added some vanilla and used a bit of extra banana and yogurt to cut the oil in half.

Rating: 4 stars

08/14/2010

This was delicious! I used a full 6 oz container of yogurt and decreased the oil by a bit. I also only used 1/2 cup of sugar (1/4 cup brown, 1/4 white). I added a splash of vanilla as well. Flavor is great, and it has a good texture/density. I will definitely keep using this recipe!

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queenbean

Rating: 5 stars

08/09/2010

My new go-to banana bread recipe. Amazing! I had no nuts so used a tablespoon of cacao nibs instead--still tasty.

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (21)

LARosenfeld

Rating: 4 stars

07/14/2010

Delicious banana bread recipe...and healthy too! Moist in the center and has a slightly crunchy crust. We love adding chocolate chips...sometimes instead of walnuts!

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (22)

Tomtes

Rating: 5 stars

07/04/2010

Best banana bread I've ever made. Moist and flaor full. I used Greek vanilla yogurt. We will make this many more times over the years!

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (23)

birdingmom

Rating: 5 stars

06/24/2010

This is the best banana bread recipe I have ever made! I have made it twice, and both times, the bread is fully cooked at 50 minutes. I love the healthy ingredients!

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (24)

spurl68

Rating: 5 stars

04/30/2010

Have made this twice and it's turned out great both times! My family loves it. I added 1 tsp. good quality vanilla and have cut back on the sugar amount without any complaints. This is now "the" banana bread recipe. Moist and delicious!

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (25)

EllieinChicago

Rating: 5 stars

03/17/2010

At 26, I am still learning to cook and experimenting with new recipes, and I have had such great luck with cooking light recipes so far. This one was no exception! It is so easy to make too! I made it exactly the way that it said: 1 hour and 15 minute cook time, and all the same ingredients & it was PERFECT! I can't wait to make this for gifts & to freeze a few extra loaves. This offers a moist bread with excellent banana flavor and packs a great crunch with the chopped walnuts. I highly recommend this recipe.

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (26)

etryan

Rating: 5 stars

03/03/2010

I made this bread for friends and teachers during the holidays. It is very easy, and everyone loved it! The whole wheat flour and flaxseed meal give the bread some great texture and fiber. I often double it for extras later!!

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (27)

HeyHeyPaula

Rating: 5 stars

01/28/2010

I can't even count the number of times I've made this recipe with one modification. No walnuts and 6oz semi-sweet mini chocolate chips. Outstanding!

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (28)

AnneCook

Rating: 5 stars

12/15/2009

This is a really easy recipe and is also healthy with much less fat than traditional recipes and added omega and fiber with the flax! I spiced it up with 1/2 tsp. nutmeg, 1/2 tsp. ground clove, 1/2 tsp vanilla and 1 Tbsp molassas to give it some added kick. I also used half brown sugar and half white sugar. It's really easy to double the recipe to make enough to bring to work or share with friends.

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (29)

Delacuadrar

Rating: 5 stars

11/08/2009

Love this recipe. Super easy and delicious. I couldn't stop eating it. Perfect for breakfast or to take as a snack for work. I topped it with extra pieces of walnuts for a crunchy crust! I recommended to my mother (she's from Colombia) so I translated for her to Spanish on my blog: "Pan/Torta de Banano" (http://blog.pukkared.com/?p=101)

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (30)

wasoccermom

Rating: 5 stars

11/08/2009

This makes yummy banana bread and will become our new family standard! Like other reviewers I also appreciate the healthier ingredients like whole-wheat flour, flaxseed meal, yogurt, etc with no compromise on taste. My oven cooks a little faster but I cut the cooking time by 15 minutes and the bread came out fully cooked but still moist.

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MyRecipes Member

Rating: 4 stars

10/26/2009

I really like this bread. I like that it uses less oil and has flax. I cut the sugar down to 1/2 cup on my 3rd time making it and I don't think it made much of a difference. It's my go-to banana bread now.

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rachelcooks

Rating: 5 stars

10/24/2009

This is DELICIOUS! I didn't put in walnuts, but rather used 85% cocoa dark chocolate... mmmm I would give this as gifts, and just might come the holidays...

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (33)

Chiccook

Rating: 5 stars

10/03/2009

I really like this bread. It has great flavor. I did add a little cinnamon, because I like that in Banana bread.

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mrsray

Rating: 5 stars

09/30/2009

Loved this bread. Easy to make. I used vanilla yogurt because that is all I had. The flax meal and the nuts is a great combo. This is a keeper!

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KimSteinmetz

Rating: 5 stars

09/28/2009

I've made this twice now and I love it. I think the flax is perfect. I wonder if the person who didn't like the flax knew that it is GROUND FLAXSEED. You can grind your own with a coffee bean grinder. You can grind it very fine, actually. I didn't have whole wheat flour, so I used all white, it baked perfectly each time.

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Rigatoni

Rating: 2 stars

09/26/2009

I was skeptical of the recipe since it didn't call for eggs, but it baked up well. I chose not to add nuts, which usually doesn't make a difference. With this recipe though, the flaxseed meal was overwhelming. I think it would have been better with the nuts as the flaxseeds would have enhanced the nutty flavor instead of just detracting from the sweetness of the bananas.

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NicoleBAZ

Rating: 5 stars

09/23/2009

This recipe is fantastic! I love that it called for whole wheat flour, flax seed, and yogurt. I used vanilla yogurt because I didn't have plain, and it worked great. I baked as directed, and although it was dark when I took it out, it wasn't burnt or dry. Very moist and delicious! The flax seed and walnuts give it the homemade look and texture. Excellent!

Eileen's Best Banana Bread Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Why is my banana bread dense and not fluffy? ›

You Over-Mix the Batter

For soft and tender banana bread, gently stir the wet ingredients into the dry — don't overmix! The more you stir, the more gluten will develop. The result will be a tough, rubbery banana bread. Simply stir until moist, and then do no more.

How do you keep banana bread moist when baking? ›

The best way to ensure that the bread comes out moist is to use the full amount of mashed bananas, 2 cups.

Why is my banana bread so moist? ›

Using a lot of bananas adds excess moisture, and there are two ways to get rid of it. You could either add more flour or increase the baking time. Add a tablespoon of extra flour at a time into the batter and give it a good whisk until its consistency starts to look right: thick but runny enough to fall off a spoon.

How can I make my bread fluffier instead of dense? ›

If you want a lighter fluffier bread loaf just add 2 Tbsp of dry milk to the flour per loaf of your bread. Vinegar has a very similar effect to the dough as the ascorbic acid. It helps hold the dough together and strengthens the bubbles so they won't pop.

What happens when you put too much banana in banana bread? ›

Banana bread recipes typically ask you to use overripe bananas so that they're easier to mush. This means it's tempting to toss all your bananas into the mix when you're ready to bake, to avoid food waste. But if you add too much of the fruit into your batter, your bread could turn out mushy, heavy, and wet.

At what point should you not use bananas for banana bread? ›

If the bananas have any visible signs of mold, throw them out. If they smell off, that's another good indicator that they are no longer okay to use. Rotten bananas will often have a fermented or alcohol-like smell.

Do oven ripened bananas taste the same? ›

The texture of a baked banana may be a bit softer than that of one naturally ripened but the taste and caramelized sweetness will be amazing. Preheat your oven to 300ºF, as a low and slow oven ensures the interior of the banana bakes before the outside gets too dark and mushy.

Why does my banana bread not taste like banana? ›

The main mistake most people make is using bananas that are not ripe enough. They need to be brown. They need to fall apart when you peel them. Way past the point where you would want to eat them.

Can you leave freshly baked banana bread out overnight? ›

If you're planning to eat your banana bread within three to four days, it can be left out at room temperature. To keep it fresh, place a paper towel in the bottom of an airtight container. Place the loaf of banana bread on top, add another paper towel, and put the lid on the container.

Why is my banana bread raw in the middle? ›

It can take 15 minutes to properly preheat some ovens. If your oven has not reached the correct baking temperature before the banana bread is placed in the oven, the banana bread will be undercooked and more likely to sink.

Should you refrigerate banana bread? ›

Le says refrigerating banana bread will inhibit the growth of mold that can occur at room temperature and will increase its shelf life by up to a week. So if you need to store banana bread for more than a few days, choose the refrigerator.

Why is my banana bread heavy and dense? ›

Using too much butter makes for a heavier cake with less banana flavor. Using double the amount of butter that the recipe called for left me with a loaf that was dry on the outside and moist on the inside.

How can I make my bread more moist? ›

For example, fats like butter or oil can help keep moisture in, while sugars will help to caramelize on the outside and create a golden crust. These ingredients can also play an essential role in keeping your bread moist when added in smaller quantities.

Why is my banana bread dense and gummy? ›

The reason is as you mix, the gluten begins to develop, and when too much development happens, you can end up with a dense, chewy loaf rather than the soft and delicious banana bread you were hoping for.

Why is my banana cake so dense? ›

Don't Over-Mix

That trapped air expands then deflates in the oven. A deflated cake is a dense cake! Only mix the wet and dry ingredients together JUST until combined. I usually run a whisk or spatula through the batter a couple times at the very end to ensure there are no large lumps at the bottom of the bowl.

How do you fix dense bread? ›

I've seen three major reasons for bread to come out too dense (other than dead yeast). The first is that you need to add more liquid. When you're mixing the dough, if the dough feels tight/tough, add some additional liquid. A wetter dough will result in a more open, soft crumb.

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