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These Banana Bread Recipes Will Provide All The Comfort You Need

Updated on March 12, 2020 by Melissa Girimonte

Transform those overripe bananas into everyone’s favourite sliceable snack: banana bread! Easy and moist, this classic baked good can take on many delicious forms, whether studded with chocolate chips and strawberries, made into muffins or transformed into fluffy and flavourful waffles. It's time to get your bake on.

  • Healthy Marbled Banana Bread
     
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    Healthy Marbled Banana Bread

    <p>This easy, moist and healthy <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/baking/photos/best-banana-bread-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">banana bread recipe</a> includes a delicious melted chocolate swirl for a satisfying chocolate-banana combo in every bite. It's the ultimate of healthy snacks for kids!</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/healthy-marbled-banana-bread/18776/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Healthy Marbled Banana Bread</strong></a></p>
  • Cheesecake-Stuffed Banana Bread
     
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    Cheesecake-Stuffed Banana Bread

    <p>A winning combination, banana bread and cream cheese frosting were made for each other. The sweet, caramelized banana flavour pairs perfectly with that tanginess from the cream cheese. In search of dessert bliss? Try one of <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/baking/photos/35-most-decadent-cheesecake-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">our best cheesecake recipes</a>.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/cheesecake-stuffed-banana-bread/20367/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Cheesecake-Stuffed Banana Bread</strong></a></p>
  • Anna Olson’s Banana Bread
     
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    Anna Olson’s Banana Bread

    <p>Anna Olson's versatile recipe allows you to turn this into chocolate chip banana bread or banana nut bread (or banana nut bread with chocolate chips!). Made with perfectly ripe bananas, this recipe will be your new go-to.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/annas-classic-banana-bread/19344/" target="_blank">Anna Olson’s Banana Bread</a></strong></p>
  • Strawberry and Banana Bread
     
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    Strawberry and Banana Bread

    <p>We already know strawberries and bananas pair well together in banana split form, so why not bring them together in a sweet and tasty baked treat? Walnuts are a crunchy addition to this fruity loaf.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/strawberry-banana-bread/19726/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Strawberry and Banana Bread</a></strong></p>
  • Banana Bread Muffins
     
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    Banana Bread Muffins

    <p>These muffins are a more convenient way to enjoy banana bread on the go. Whip up a batch on Sunday for a weekday breakfast you can enjoy from anywhere. Here are more <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/healthy-muffin-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">healthy muffin recipes for hectic mornings</a>.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/banana-bread-muffins/21206/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Banana Bread Muffins</strong></a></p>
  • Banana Bread with Pecans
     
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    Banana Bread with Pecans

    <p>Tyler Florence fills his easy banana nut bread recipe with pecans for great flavour and major crunch factor.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/banana-bread-with-pecans/18779/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Tyler Florence's Banana Bread with Pecans</strong></a></p>
  • Air Fryer Banana Bread
     
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    Air Fryer Banana Bread

    <p>Did you know you can bake without turning on the oven? Use your air fryer's convection-like heat to make a loaf of healthy, whole-grain banana bread for a snack or breakfast on-the-go. Delightfully surprised by this recipe? Here are more <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/kitchen-basics/photos/never-knew-could-cook-in-air-fryer/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">things you never knew you could cook in an air fryer</a>. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/air-fryer-banana-bread/22709/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Air Fryer Banana Bread</strong></a></p>
  • Chocolate Chip Banana Bread with Espresso-Cinnamon Butter
     
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    Chocolate Chip Banana Bread with Espresso-Cinnamon Butter

    <p>Bobby Flay has found a way to make his chocolate chip banana bread recipe even better: the addition of creamy, coffee flavoured butter with just the right amount of fragrant cinnamon.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/espresso-chocolate-chip-banana-bread-with-espresso-cinnamon-butter/19583/" target="_blank">Bobby Flay’s Chocolate Chip Banana Bread with Espresso-Cinnamon Butter</a></strong></p>
  • Choco-Chunky Banana Bread
     
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    Choco-Chunky Banana Bread

    <p>Bananas are both blended into the batter and baked in soft, chewy chunks in this tasty loaf that is also loaded with swirls of chocolate. Moist, easy and sweet.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/choco-chunky-banana-bread/19725/" target="_blank">Choco-Chunky Banana Bread</a></strong></p>
  • Waffled Banana Bread
     
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    Waffled Banana Bread

    <p>Forget the loaf pan – use a waffle iron to make this crisp-on-the-outside, moist-on-the-inside sour cream banana bread recipe, and cut the bake time in half! Is your waffle iron collecting dust? Heat it up with these <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/easy-waffle-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">creative waffle recipes</a>. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/waffled-banana-bread/18755/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Waffled Banana Bread</strong></a></p>
  • Vegan Chocolate Chip Banana Bread
     
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    Vegan Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

    <p>This delicious and moist chocolate chip banana bread recipe is the perfect treat you can bake up on the weekend to enjoy all week long. With no eggs or dairy, it's vegan, too. In a morning rut? These <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/healthy-eating/photos/dairy-free-breakfast-ideas/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">dairy-free breakfast ideas</a> will start your day on a delicious note.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/vegan-and-gluten-free-chocolate-chip-banana-bread/15273/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Vegan Chocolate Chip Banana Bread</strong></a></p>
  • Gluten-Free Banana Bread
     
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    Gluten-Free Banana Bread

    <p>Looking for a gluten-free banana bread recipe that actually stays moist? This version delivers. The combination of rice and tapioca flour make the perfect gluten-free alternative for a dense yet tender loaf that's full of banana bread flavour.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/gluten-free-banana-bread/19727/" target="_blank">Gluten-Free Banana Bread</a></strong></p>
  • Chocolate-Avocado Banana Bread
     
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    Chocolate-Avocado Banana Bread

    <p>This moist, heathy chocolate banana bread recipe is made using avocado instead of butter or oil, so you won't feel guilty about eating more than one slice. Go beyond toast with these <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/everyday-cooking/photos/brilliant-avocado-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">creative and tasty ways to eat avocados</a>.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/chocolate-avocado-banana-bread/18777/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Chocolate-Avocado Banana Bread</strong></a></p>
  • One-Bowl Banana Bread
     
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    One-Bowl Banana Bread

    <p>This recipe makes one very moist loaf of chocolate chip banana bread, or 12 tasty muffins. Get the kids involved by letting them mix all the ingredients together in the bowl.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/one-bowl-banana-bread/12706/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>One-Bowl Banana Bread</strong></a></p>
  • Classic Banana Bread
     
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    Classic Banana Bread

    <p>A classic banana nut bread with sour cream is always a hit. Baked with bananas and pecans, this easy recipe can be made in a variety of ways. Just add chocolate chips, dried fruit and whatever else suits your taste.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/classic-banana-bread/18775/" target="_blank"><strong>Classic Banana Bread</strong></a></p>
  • Banana Caramel Bread Pudding
     
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    Banana Caramel Bread Pudding

    <p>These individual bread puddings are best served warm with a generous drizzle of caramel sauce and some pralined peanuts. As for your bananas, make sure they're ripe, and pureed rather than mashed.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/banana-caramel-bread-pudding/16800/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Anna Olson's Banana Caramel Bread Pudding</strong></a></p>
  • Banana Walnut Bread
     
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    Banana Walnut Bread

    <p>With the sweet smells wafting out of the kitchen, get your family out of bed with this flavour-packed loaf. It's a moist banana nut bread recipe that shines in its simplicity. </p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/banana-walnut-bread/18032/" target="_blank"><strong>Banana Walnut Bread</strong></a></p>
  • 3-Ingredient Gluten-Free Banana Pancakes
     
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    3-Ingredient Gluten-Free Banana Pancakes

    <p>Pancakes with all the flavours of banana bread. Spiced to perfection and sweetened with mashed banana, you'd never guess these gluten-free pancakes are made with just three ingredients!</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/3-ingredient-gluten-free-banana-pancakes/19681/" target="_blank"><strong>3-Ingredient Gluten-Free Banana Pancakes</strong></a></p>
  • Banana Bread Waffles with Bananas Foster Sauce
     
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    Banana Bread Waffles with Bananas Foster Sauce

    <p>Brunch is a meal where you can really let go, and if you prefer a sweeter, dessert-like dish, these waffles inspired by the classic New Orleans treat will satisfy.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/banana-bread-waffles-with-bananas-foster-sauce/21818/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Bobby Flay's Banana Bread Waffles with Bananas Foster Sauce</strong></a></p>
  • Blueberry-Banana Bread
     
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    Blueberry-Banana Bread

    <p>Moist banana bread bursting with healthy, fresh blueberries. This flavour-packed dish is perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/blueberry-banana-bread/18778/" target="_blank"><strong>Giada De Laurentiis' Blueberry-Banana Bread</strong></a></p>
  • Banana Bread French Toast
     
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    Banana Bread French Toast

    <p>A mix of two all-time favourite breakfast comfort food dishes, this white chocolate chip banana bread French toast will not disappoint.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/banana-bread-french-toast/14313/" target="_blank"><strong>Banana Bread French Toast</strong></a></p>
  • Vegan Banana Bread
     
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    Vegan Banana Bread

    <p>This easy and moist banana bread recipe has less than 10 ingredients, and you'd never know it's vegan.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/vegan-banana-bread/18774/" target="_blank"><strong>Vegan Banana Bread</strong></a></p>
  • Slow Cooker Banana Bread
     
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    Slow Cooker Banana Bread

    <p>Whether served for breakfast or dessert, banana bread is the perfect comfort-food baked good. Here, it gets the no-fuss slow cooker treatment. This recipe calls for blueberries, but we understand if you want to use chocolate chips instead! Go beyond soups and stews with these <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/comfort-food/photos/spring-slow-cooker-recipes/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">spectacular spring slow cooker recipes</a>.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <strong><a href="http://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/slow-cooker-banana-bread/20799/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Slow Cooker Banana Bread</a></strong></p>
  • Banana Bread Cheesecake
     
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    Banana Bread Cheesecake

    <p>The perfect mix of a comfort classic and an indulgent treat, this cheesecake is baked with a banana bread base. For even more richness, it's topped with banana and a sticky-sweet caramel.</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/banana-bread-cheesecake/20800/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Banana Bread Cheesecake</strong></a></p>
  • Butter Tart Banana Monkey Bread
     
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    Butter Tart Banana Monkey Bread

    <p>For the most indecisive sweet tooth, this dessert mash-up combines four favourites: banana bread, butter tarts, cinnamon rolls and monkey bread. Why settle for just one when you can have them all?</p> <p>Get the recipe for <a href="https://www.foodnetwork.ca/recipe/butter-tart-banana-monkey-bread/20556/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><strong>Butter Tart Banana Monkey Bread</strong></a></p>
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