Bread Machine Banana Bread

4.59 from 75 votes

Bread Machine Banana Bread

If you've ever wondered how to make banana bread in a bread machine that actually turns out moist and bakery-quality every time, this recipe is for you! This recipe uses simple pantry staples and is hands-off. The bread machine does all the mixing and baking- and it does it all using 1 pan so there are no mixing bowls to clean!

Prep Time5

Cook Time1 45

Total Time1 50

Course: Appetizer, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Diet: Vegetarian

Keyword: best banana bread recipe, bread machine banana bread, bread machine quick bread recipes

Servings:

Calories: 316kcal

Author: Kristina Tipps

Equipment

Ingredients

¼ cup buttermilk warmed
½ cup unsalted butter room temperature and cut into small pieces
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 medium ripe bananas mashed
¾ teaspoon salt
⅔ cup white sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon baking powder
1 ¼ teaspoon baking soda
1 cup walnuts optional
½ cup chocolate chips optional

Instructions

Spray the bread pan with a little olive oil to ensure the bread does not stick once baked (optional, unless you're sure your pan does not cause breads to stick).
Add all ingredients to the bread pan in the order listed (or the one that your manual states).
Select the "quick bread" cycle. Choose the 1.5lb loaf and select your preferred crust color (if your machine has these settings).
After 5 minutes of mixing, use a spatula to mix in any ingredients that have stuck to the sides or bottom of the bread pan. When the button chimes that it's ready to start baking, remove the kneading paddle (if you miss this part, it can be removed after baking). Give the batter a good, final mix to ensure everything is incorporated evenly.
Once the bake cycle has finished, allow to cool in the bread pan for 10 minutes. Then unplug the machine and remove the pan using oven mitts. Turn the pan on it's side and carefully ease out the banana bread with the help of a spatula if needed. Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing. If you haven't removed the kneading paddle, carefully pull it out of the bottom prior to slicing.
Store uneaten banana bread in bread bags at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 6 months in freezer safe bags.

Notes

Tips:

Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor. Spotty or blackened peels are the best!
If adding mix-ins, don't overload them. Just a cup of chocolate chips, nuts or fruits are enough.
Let bread cool before slicing it for the best texture.
Use the right setting- read your manual for determining which setting on your bread maker is made for quick breads. It may be called "quick", "quick bread", "cake", "cake/quick bread" of "sweet quick bread".

Storing:

Fridge- Slice the bread and keep it at room temperature stored in plastic bags, a bread box or cloth bread bag. It will stay fresh for up to 3 days. It can be kept in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Freezer- Banana bread can be frozen for up to 6 months in freezer safe bags. Defrost at room temperature or in the fridge overnight. A quick defrost in the microwave also works great too!

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