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This is one of our favorite overripe banana recipes with hundreds of 5-star reviews.  This post may contain affiliate links. Read my [disclosure policy](https://natashaskitchen.com/about/terms-and-conditions/#amazon-disclosure). ## Banana Nut Bread Recipe: This is my husband’s recipe which he has perfected over the years and he is known for his Banana Bread. He makes it frequently and it always disappears fast! It is simple to make and our favorite way to use up overripe bananas so they never go to waste. It’s super moist and makes a great breakfast on-the-go. We even created [Banana Muffins](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-muffins-recipe/) from this recipe. This loaf stays moist for days and also makes for a thoughtful and delicious gift idea for the holidays (I’ll take banana bread over fruit cake any day). ## Banana Bread Video Tutorial: Watch Natasha make this moist banana bread. You will be surprised at how easy it is. We will never stop loving this recipe. Now go forth and bake\! ## Ingredients for Banana Bread: This is everything you need to make the best banana bread: flour, sugar, salt, baking soda, [vanilla extract](https://natashaskitchen.com/vanilla-extract-recipe/), softened butter, eggs and of course very ripe bananas. Adding walnuts and raisins is optional but adds great taste and texture, turning it into a banana nut bread. ### Can I Omit Walnuts and Raisins? YES! The recipe will still work if raisins and walnuts are omitted. We make it nut-free all the time due to a walnut allergy in the family. You will still have the softest, super moist and scrumptious loaf. You can also replace them with some chocolate to make [Chocolate Chip Banana Bread](https://natashaskitchen.com/chocolate-chip-banana-bread/). ##  ## How to Ripen Bananas: - **Quick Oven Method:** If your bananas are a little green and you want them to ripen quicker, place them on a baking sheet and bake at 250˚F for 15 to 20 minutes depending on the initial ripeness of the bananas. - **24 Hour Counter Method:** If you are willing to wait 1 day, you can place the bunch of bananas (without separating them) in a paper bag, cover and leave at room temperature. Bananas emit ethylene which causes ripening. Adding an apple to the bag will speed up the process. ## Can I Freeze Overripe Bananas? If you have overripe bananas and aren’t ready to bake with them, **DO NOT** throw them away\! **How to Freeze Bananas:** place them un-peeled in a freezer-safe bag, remove any excess air and freeze up to 3 months. You can use thawed bananas for banana bread. You can also freeze them peeled and cut into pieces for easier use in smoothies. *P.S. You can also freeze a whole banana bread with the same method\!* ##  ## How to Make Banana Bread: This is the easiest banana bread recipe. We mix it in a [stand mixer](https://amzn.to/2sZNPvf) because it’s easy, but you can use an [electric hand mixer](https://amzn.to/3448SKa) and can even make it work with a hand whisk. There is no fancy equipment required. Watch the video tutorial below and you will be a pro in no time\! 1. In the mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar. 2. Mix in mashed bananas and eggs. 3. Whisk together dry ingredients: flour, salt, and baking soda and add to batter. 4. Stir in vanilla, walnuts, and raisins, transfer to prepared [loaf pan](https://amzn.to/2E2rRKl) and bake. ## Substitutions for a Healthy Banana Bread: - My sister Anna made this into a honey banana bread; replacing sugar with honey. - Use organic whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour. - Replace 1 Tbsp of flour with 1 Tbsp ground flaxseed. - Reduce sugar to 1/2 cup when using very ripe bananas; they add plenty of sweetness  ## Love Sweet Breads? Try these Popular Bread Recipes: We love sweetbreads because they are easy to make and are such a treat, especially when you top them with [Honey Butter](https://natashaskitchen.com/honey-butter-recipe/)! Don’t miss these reader favorites: - [Apple Bread](https://natashaskitchen.com/apple-bread-recipe/) – a pull-apart moist apple bread - [Pumpkin Bread](https://natashaskitchen.com/pumpkin-bread-recipe/) – so easy and we love it year-round - [Banana Chocolate Chip Bread](https://natashaskitchen.com/chocolate-chip-banana-bread/) always disappears fast - [Persimmon Bread](https://natashaskitchen.com/persimmon-bread-recipe/) – great way to use ripe persimmon ## Moist Banana Bread Recipe 4\.97 from 6627 votes Author: [Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com](https://natashaskitchen.com/)  This Banana Bread Recipe is loaded with ripe bananas, tangy-sweet raisins, and toasted walnuts. It is one of our favorite ripe banana recipes and even better with overripe bananas. [Save](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/) [Saved](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/) [Pin](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/bookmarklet/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnatashaskitchen.com%2Fbanana-bread-recipe-video%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fnatashaskitchen.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2018%2F05%2FBanana-Bread-Recipe-7.jpg&description=Moist+Banana+Bread+Recipe&is_video=false) [Review](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/#comments) [Print](https://natashaskitchen.com/wprm_print/moist-banana-bread-recipe) Prep Time: 10 minutes mins Cook Time: 1 hour hr Total Time: 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins ### Ingredients US Customary Metric Servings: 10 people - 3 very ripe bananas, (medium/large) - ½ cup unsalted butter, (8 Tbsp) at room temperature - 3/4 cup [granulated sugar](https://amzlink.to/az0geKdK0Kbnp) - 2 large eggs, lightly beaten - 1 ½ cups [all-purpose flour](https://amzlink.to/az0DcOgZPUt3V) - 1 tsp [baking soda](https://amzlink.to/az0xyIy4tcMDW) - ½ tsp [salt](https://amzlink.to/az0CIpYZjvBmu) - ½ tsp [vanilla extract](https://natashaskitchen.com/vanilla-extract-recipe/) - 1 cup [walnuts](https://amzlink.to/az0aPmDFKGwcc) - ½ cup [raisins](https://amzlink.to/az0nBvgE4P9tp) ### Instructions - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a [bread loaf pan](https://amzn.to/2ucYvo3) (9.25 long x 5.25 wide x 2.75 deep). Lightly roast walnuts on a [skillet](https://amzn.to/2wsVa7O), continuously stirring so they won’t burn. Coarsely chop and cool to room temperature. - In a [mixing bowl](https://amzn.to/2KRIQRO), cream together 8 Tbsp softened butter and 3/4 cup sugar (or honey if using honey). - Mash bananas with a fork until the consistency of chunky applesauce and add them to the batter along with 2 eggs, mixing until blended. - In a separate bowl, whisk together: 1 1/2 cups of flour, 1 tsp of baking soda and 1/2 tsp of salt then add to batter. - Add 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract and mix in chopped walnuts and raisins. Pour into prepared loaf pan. Bake at 350˚F for 55-60 min or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let banana bread rest for 10 min before transferring to a [wire rack](https://amzn.to/2Kbak3B) to cool. ### Nutrition Per Serving 350kcal Calories45g Carbs5g Protein18g Fat7g Saturated Fat57mg Cholesterol243mg Sodium270mg Potassium3g Fiber20g Sugar354IU Vitamin A4mg Vitamin C26mg Calcium2mg Iron - [Full Nutrition Label](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/) - [Nutrition Disclosure](https://natashaskitchen.com/about/terms-and-conditions/#nutrition) Nutrition Facts Moist Banana Bread Recipe Amount per Serving Calories 350 % Daily Value\* Fat 18 g 28 % Saturated Fat 7 g 44 % Cholesterol 57 mg 19 % Sodium 243 mg 11 % Potassium 270 mg 8 % Carbohydrates 45 g 15 % Fiber 3 g 13 % Sugar 20 g 22 % Protein 5 g 10 % Vitamin A 354 IU 7 % Vitamin C 4 mg 5 % Calcium 26 mg 3 % Iron 2 mg 11 % \* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Course: Breakfast, snack Cuisine: American Keyword: banana bread, banana nut bread Skill Level: Easy Cost to Make: [\$](https://natashaskitchen.com/about/terms-and-conditions/#recipe-cost) Calories: 350 ## Filed Under - [\#Breakfast](https://natashaskitchen.com/category/breakfast/) - [\#Bread Recipes](https://natashaskitchen.com/category/bread/) - [\#banana](https://natashaskitchen.com/tag/banana/) Share the Post: [](https://natashaskitchen.com/cookbook/) [Instagram](https://instagram.com/explore/tags/natashaskitchen) If you make this recipe, I’d love to see pics of your creations on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter! Hashtag them [\#natashaskitchen](https://instagram.com/explore/tags/natashaskitchen) This banana bread recipe was first published in 2009; one of the very first recipes on our blog! It has been a reader and family favorite ever since.   4\.97 from 6627 votes ([4,175 ratings without comment](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/)) ## Leave a Comment [Cancel reply](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/#respond) ## Comments - lori hausbeck April 7, 2026 A friend made this bread for me when I was recovering from surgery, it was amazing! I would like to make it now, but I’d like to do it in muffin tins, can you provide any help with making that change? [Reply](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/#comment-1138354) - NatashasKitchen.com April 7, 2026 Hi Lori! I’m so glad you’re going to give it a try. It’s our favorite. I have a [Banana Muffin Recipe](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-muffins-recipe/) here that you can reference. It’s essentially the same. Enjoy\! [Reply](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/#comment-1138398) - Lorri Anne Bowling April 7, 2026 I love Natasha’s kitchen… The recipes the food it is spectacular it’s one of my favorite go to recipes in the whole world…you are my favorite BAKER… [Reply](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/#comment-1138353) - Natashas Kitchen April 7, 2026 Aww, thank you so much for that kind review, Lorri\! [Reply](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/#comment-1138364) - Rhonda Canavan April 6, 2026 I’ve made this banana bread a couple of times and it’s always delicious. I’ve had multiple compliments. [Reply](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/#comment-1138203) - Natashas Kitchen April 6, 2026 Thank you so much for sharing that. I’m thrilled it turned out so well, Rhonda\! [Reply](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/#comment-1138239) - Linda April 6, 2026 We love this recipe! Instead of raisins and walnuts we do chocolate chips. [Reply](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/#comment-1138190) - Vicki Connell April 6, 2026 My husband gives this banana bread a HUGE thumbs up, he said this is the BEST banana bread he’s tasted. I can’t wait to double this recipe and share it with those we love. [Reply](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/#comment-1138186) - Natashas Kitchen April 6, 2026 Wow, that is the ultimate win! I’m thrilled it was such a hit with your husband, Vicki\! [Reply](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/#comment-1138214) - Kalei April 5, 2026 Make this every week! I doubled recipe and going to eat one now and then put one in the freezer for later. Any tips or just defrost it when ready to eat? [Reply](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/#comment-1138115) - NatashasKitchen.com April 5, 2026 Hi Kalei- it freezes great. Just thaw it at room temperature. [Reply](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/#comment-1138146) - Maria Koncel April 4, 2026 Love your recipes, yours are the best ones . Thank you . [Reply](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/#comment-1137947) - Natashas Kitchen April 4, 2026 Aww, thank you\! [Reply](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/#comment-1137977) - Clayton Hobbins April 4, 2026 Can I substitute dark chocolate chips for the raisins? [Reply](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/#comment-1137940) - Natashas Kitchen April 4, 2026 Hi Clayton, yes, it will work well without the raisins. Here’s what one of my readers wrote “The best banana bread recipe…period. I skip the raisins and walnuts because we don’t like them but add chocolate chips to half the batter. It’s so moist and delicious. It’s definitely my go to recipe whenever I make banana bread. Thank you for sharing it with us!!” [Reply](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/#comment-1137970) - Melissa April 4, 2026 Have made this in the past and it turns out great! Just getting ready to pull these ingredients out. Is there any detriment to doubling the ingredients or should I make it in two batches? [Reply](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/#comment-1137936) - Natashas Kitchen April 4, 2026 you can double the recipe. Enjoy, Melissa\! [Reply](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/#comment-1137966) - May April 4, 2026 Thank you for the recipe! Instead of nuts and raisins, I added unsweetened coconut flakes and some chocolate chips, and the banana bread was a hit! Yum!!\! [Reply](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/#comment-1137933) - Natashas Kitchen April 4, 2026 I’m delighted to hear this bread was a hit, May\! 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An easy and moist **Banana Bread Recipe** that is loaded with bananas, tangy-sweet raisins, and toasted walnuts. This is one of our favorite overripe banana recipes with hundreds of 5-star reviews.  This post may contain affiliate links. Read my [disclosure policy](https://natashaskitchen.com/about/terms-and-conditions/#amazon-disclosure). This is my husband’s recipe which he has perfected over the years and he is known for his Banana Bread. He makes it frequently and it always disappears fast! It is simple to make and our favorite way to use up overripe bananas so they never go to waste. It’s super moist and makes a great breakfast on-the-go. We even created [Banana Muffins](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-muffins-recipe/) from this recipe. This loaf stays moist for days and also makes for a thoughtful and delicious gift idea for the holidays (I’ll take banana bread over fruit cake any day). ## Banana Bread Video Tutorial: Watch Natasha make this moist banana bread. You will be surprised at how easy it is. We will never stop loving this recipe. Now go forth and bake\! ## Ingredients for Banana Bread: This is everything you need to make the best banana bread: flour, sugar, salt, baking soda, [vanilla extract](https://natashaskitchen.com/vanilla-extract-recipe/), softened butter, eggs and of course very ripe bananas. Adding walnuts and raisins is optional but adds great taste and texture, turning it into a banana nut bread. ### Can I Omit Walnuts and Raisins? YES! The recipe will still work if raisins and walnuts are omitted. We make it nut-free all the time due to a walnut allergy in the family. You will still have the softest, super moist and scrumptious loaf. You can also replace them with some chocolate to make [Chocolate Chip Banana Bread](https://natashaskitchen.com/chocolate-chip-banana-bread/). ##  ## How to Ripen Bananas: - **Quick Oven Method:** If your bananas are a little green and you want them to ripen quicker, place them on a baking sheet and bake at 250˚F for 15 to 20 minutes depending on the initial ripeness of the bananas. - **24 Hour Counter Method:** If you are willing to wait 1 day, you can place the bunch of bananas (without separating them) in a paper bag, cover and leave at room temperature. Bananas emit ethylene which causes ripening. Adding an apple to the bag will speed up the process. ## Can I Freeze Overripe Bananas? If you have overripe bananas and aren’t ready to bake with them, **DO NOT** throw them away\! **How to Freeze Bananas:** place them un-peeled in a freezer-safe bag, remove any excess air and freeze up to 3 months. You can use thawed bananas for banana bread. You can also freeze them peeled and cut into pieces for easier use in smoothies. *P.S. You can also freeze a whole banana bread with the same method\!* ##  ## How to Make Banana Bread: This is the easiest banana bread recipe. We mix it in a [stand mixer](https://amzn.to/2sZNPvf) because it’s easy, but you can use an [electric hand mixer](https://amzn.to/3448SKa) and can even make it work with a hand whisk. There is no fancy equipment required. Watch the video tutorial below and you will be a pro in no time\! 1. In the mixing bowl, cream together butter and sugar. 2. Mix in mashed bananas and eggs. 3. Whisk together dry ingredients: flour, salt, and baking soda and add to batter. 4. Stir in vanilla, walnuts, and raisins, transfer to prepared [loaf pan](https://amzn.to/2E2rRKl) and bake. ## Substitutions for a Healthy Banana Bread: - My sister Anna made this into a honey banana bread; replacing sugar with honey. - Use organic whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour. - Replace 1 Tbsp of flour with 1 Tbsp ground flaxseed. - Reduce sugar to 1/2 cup when using very ripe bananas; they add plenty of sweetness  ## Love Sweet Breads? Try these Popular Bread Recipes: We love sweetbreads because they are easy to make and are such a treat, especially when you top them with [Honey Butter](https://natashaskitchen.com/honey-butter-recipe/)! Don’t miss these reader favorites: - [Apple Bread](https://natashaskitchen.com/apple-bread-recipe/) – a pull-apart moist apple bread - [Pumpkin Bread](https://natashaskitchen.com/pumpkin-bread-recipe/) – so easy and we love it year-round - [Banana Chocolate Chip Bread](https://natashaskitchen.com/chocolate-chip-banana-bread/) always disappears fast - [Persimmon Bread](https://natashaskitchen.com/persimmon-bread-recipe/) – great way to use ripe persimmon ## Moist Banana Bread Recipe 4\.97 from 6627 votes  This Banana Bread Recipe is loaded with ripe bananas, tangy-sweet raisins, and toasted walnuts. It is one of our favorite ripe banana recipes and even better with overripe bananas. [Pin](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/bookmarklet/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fnatashaskitchen.com%2Fbanana-bread-recipe-video%2F&media=https%3A%2F%2Fnatashaskitchen.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2018%2F05%2FBanana-Bread-Recipe-7.jpg&description=Moist+Banana+Bread+Recipe&is_video=false)[Review](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/#comments)[Print](https://natashaskitchen.com/wprm_print/moist-banana-bread-recipe) Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 1 hour Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes Servings: 10 people - 3 very ripe bananas, (medium/large) - ½ cup unsalted butter, (8 Tbsp) at room temperature - 3/4 cup [granulated sugar](https://amzlink.to/az0geKdK0Kbnp) - 2 large eggs, lightly beaten - 1 ½ cups [all-purpose flour](https://amzlink.to/az0DcOgZPUt3V) - 1 tsp [baking soda](https://amzlink.to/az0xyIy4tcMDW) - ½ tsp [salt](https://amzlink.to/az0CIpYZjvBmu) - ½ tsp [vanilla extract](https://natashaskitchen.com/vanilla-extract-recipe/) - 1 cup [walnuts](https://amzlink.to/az0aPmDFKGwcc) - ½ cup [raisins](https://amzlink.to/az0nBvgE4P9tp) - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour a [bread loaf pan](https://amzn.to/2ucYvo3) (9.25 long x 5.25 wide x 2.75 deep). Lightly roast walnuts on a [skillet](https://amzn.to/2wsVa7O), continuously stirring so they won’t burn. Coarsely chop and cool to room temperature. - In a [mixing bowl](https://amzn.to/2KRIQRO), cream together 8 Tbsp softened butter and 3/4 cup sugar (or honey if using honey). - Mash bananas with a fork until the consistency of chunky applesauce and add them to the batter along with 2 eggs, mixing until blended. - In a separate bowl, whisk together: 1 1/2 cups of flour, 1 tsp of baking soda and 1/2 tsp of salt then add to batter. - Add 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract and mix in chopped walnuts and raisins. Pour into prepared loaf pan. Bake at 350˚F for 55-60 min or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let banana bread rest for 10 min before transferring to a [wire rack](https://amzn.to/2Kbak3B) to cool. 350kcal Calories45g Carbs5g Protein18g Fat7g Saturated Fat57mg Cholesterol243mg Sodium270mg Potassium3g Fiber20g Sugar354IU Vitamin A4mg Vitamin C26mg Calcium2mg Iron - [Full Nutrition Label](https://natashaskitchen.com/banana-bread-recipe-video/) - [Nutrition Disclosure](https://natashaskitchen.com/about/terms-and-conditions/#nutrition) Nutrition Facts Moist Banana Bread Recipe Amount per Serving Calories % Daily Value\* Fat 18 g 28 % Saturated Fat 7 g 44 % Cholesterol 57 mg 19 % Sodium 243 mg 11 % Potassium 270 mg 8 % Carbohydrates 45 g 15 % Fiber 3 g 13 % Sugar 20 g 22 % Protein 5 g 10 % Vitamin A 354 IU 7 % Vitamin C 4 mg 5 % Calcium 26 mg 3 % Iron 2 mg 11 % \* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. [](https://natashaskitchen.com/cookbook/) If you make this recipe, I’d love to see pics of your creations on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter! Hashtag them [\#natashaskitchen](https://instagram.com/explore/tags/natashaskitchen) This banana bread recipe was first published in 2009; one of the very first recipes on our blog! It has been a reader and family favorite ever since.