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Fluffy Buttermilk Banana Bread

Fluffy Buttermilk Banana Bread That Melts in Your Mouth

Enjoy this Fluffy Buttermilk Banana Bread, a delicious way to transform overripe bananas into a moist loaf perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 medium Overripe Bananas Use bananas with dark, speckled peels for natural sweetness.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure and texture; no direct substitutions noted.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Substitute brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Contributes moisture and richness; can be swapped with oil for a dairy-free version.
  • 2 large Eggs Use flaxseed meal mixed with water for a vegan option.
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk Yogurt mixed with milk works well as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Must be paired with acidic ingredients like buttermilk.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Enhances overall flavor.

Equipment

  • Loaf pans
  • electric mixer
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and butter two 9×5-inch loaf pans.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in the mashed bananas.
  5. Gradually incorporate dry ingredients into the banana batter, alternating with buttermilk.
  6. Pour the batter into prepared loaf pans and bake for approximately 1 hour.
  7. Let the bread cool in pans for 15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use very ripe bananas and avoid overmixing the batter. Let ingredients come to room temperature before mixing.

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