The other day I couldn’t help but notice that the bananas I had just bought had browned. I thought about freezing them and using them for banana cookies, but I decided that instead I would use them for banana bread.
This recipe is one that my mom has used and I have loved since I was little. It’s up to you how much you mash the bananas or if you want to add nuts. But either way it always turns out great!
Buttermilk Banana Bread Recipe
Made with ripe bananas and tangy buttermilk, Buttermilk Banana Bread is irresistibly moist and tender – a wholesome treat you’ll love any time of the day.
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Servings: 32 slices
Calories: 130kcal
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cup very ripe bananas - (about 4 large bananas) mashed
- 1/2 cup buttermilk*
- 1/2 cup butter - room temperature
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- pinch cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped walnuts - optional
Instructions
- Move the oven rack to a position where the pans will be in the center of the oven. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Grease bottoms of 2 (9x5) loaf pans, using non-stick baking spray or butter and flour.
- In a large bowl, mix sugar and butter. Add eggs one at a time, beating until incorporated.
- Mash bananas on a plate, using a fork. Add bananas, buttermilk, and vanilla. Beat until the banana mixture is smooth.
- Gently fold in flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and walnuts (or save for on top).
- Pour batter into pans (sprinkle nuts on top if desired).
- Place in the oven and bake for approximately 35-45 minutes, or until a cake tester inserted into the center comes out clean, and the loaves are golden brown on the top. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes, then loosen the sides of the loaves and remove from pans onto a wire cooling rack. Let the bread cool completely (about 2 hours) before cutting.
NOTES
-My mom's recipe doesn't include vanilla or cinnamon; these are just personal preferences.
-For a healthier option, half of the flour can be substituted with whole wheat flour, the buttermilk can be substituted with Greek yogurt, and half of the butter can be substituted with applesauce.
To STORE, wrap the cooled Banana Bread Loaf tightly in plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container. It can be kept at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week.
For longer storage, FREEZE the bread by wrapping it in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil, or place it in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months.
To REHEAT, thaw at room temperature and warm slices in a toaster or microwave for a few seconds before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 32serving | Calories: 130kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 139mg | Potassium: 71mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 118IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 1mg
**NOTE: The pictures for the recipe have been UPDATED! I originally had a picture of this bread in a miniature loaf pan. You can still bake these in mini loaf pans, just adjust the time accordingly.**
To what level in the 9×5 pan do you pour the batter up to? Half the pan? Also I don’t plan on using miniature loaf pans so will this recipe be enough for two normal sized 9×5 loaf dishes?
Loved this recipe, very good texture and banana flavor. Easy to make. Thank you, Sharon
Loved this recipe. I did add a cup of raisins too.
I’ve tried A LOT of Banana Bread Recipes & this is my all time Favorite. It’s so good ?
I made this recipe a couple of months ago and I followed the recipe as listed except I did not add any cinnamon as my sister cannot have cinnamon and didn’t add the walnuts (my own preference). I baked it in 6 small loaf pans using butter and flour and it turned out wonderful. My sister loved it as she also cannot have milk but the buttermilk she could have. I am not exactly sure how long I baked it but I checked it when it looked golden on top and then just kept adding five minutes till a toothpick came out clean, maybe about 30-35 minutes. Once it was cooled I froze it and it froze very nice. I am planning on making several loaves this weekend to give to all my siblings on a Christmas giving plate. Great recipe
Thank you Sonia, so glad you and your family enjoyed it!