23 Best Banana Breads to Make the Most of Overripe Bananas

ByJennifer

We collected some of the best banana bread recipes that are anything but ordinary. We show you unique takes on the beloved banana bread.

Whether you’re aiming to impress guests or treat yourself to a delicious twist on a familiar favorite, these recipes are here to inspire. Grab your ripe bananas and start baking!

Chocolate Chip Banana Bread

A slice of chocolate chip banana bread on a cutting board.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Learn to bake moist Chocolate Chip Banana Bread with our easy recipe. Enjoy this classic, chocolate-filled treat, perfect for any occasion.

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Banana Nut Bread

Two slices of banana bread on a plate.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

This tried-and-tested banana nut bread recipe will give you a moist, firm, and sweet banana bread every time. This is an easy, no-fuss recipe.

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Banana Bread Muffins

Banana Bread Muffins recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

This banana muffin recipe makes super moist, melt-in-your-mouth muffins that are easy to make and perfect for breakfast or a midday snack.
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Moist Brown Butter Banana Bread

Slices of glazed banana bread on parchment paper.
Photo Credit: Cambrea Bakes.

Brown butter banana bread features a moist crumb and rich banana flavor. The brown butter elevates it into a bakery-worthy treat!

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Strawberry Banana Bread

Slices of banana bread with strawberries and a pat of butter.
Photo Credit: Boulder Locavore.

Easy, homey Strawberry Banana Bread is moist and packed with delicious fruit flavor. This quick bread recipe is simple to make and a family favorite.
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Zucchini Banana Bread

A freshly baked loaf of zucchini banana bread on a wooden surface with bananas and a cloth in the background.
Photo Credit: I Heart Eating.

Zucchini banana bread recipe is an easy one-bowl recipe! This recipe takes just minutes to make 2 loaves of moist zucchini banana bread.
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S’mores Banana Bread

Slices of chocolate-drizzled banana bread sprinkled with sea salt.
Photo Credit: Sweet Recipeas.

This S’mores Banana Bread is made with graham flour and filled with milk chocolate chips and mallow bits, all coated in chocolate glaze.
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Triple Chocolate Banana Bread

A chocolate banana bread loaf topped with a chocolate glaze, with a slice cut out to show the moist interior.
Photo Credit: Maria’s Mixing Bowl.

This decadent triple chocolate banana bread features a chocolate banana bread batter with chocolate chips and homemade chocolate frosting.
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Banana Bread With Coffee Cake Crumble

Slices of banana bread with coffee cake crumb on a white plate.
Photo Credit: Courtney’s Sweets.

This Banana Bread with Coffee Cake Crumble is like two delicious desserts in one! Perfect for dessert or with your breakfast tea or coffee.
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Pumpkin Roasted-Banana Quick Bread

Sliced pumpkin roasted banana bread on a wooden board.
Photo Credit: Boulder Locavore.

Pumpkin Roasted-Banana Quick Bread is a simple, moist, quick bread with autumn spices and cranberries.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Roasted-Banana Quick Bread

Hawaiian Pineapple Banana Bread

A loaf of banana bread with one slice cut off, placed next to a serrated knife.
Photo Credit: Mom With Cookies.

Pineapple banana bread is a fun new twist on the regular banana bread! Seriously, you won’t look at another recipe the same after you have tried it.
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Salted Caramel Banana Bread

A sliced banana bread loaf with caramel drizzle on a white surface.
Photo Credit: Little Sweet Baker.

The flavor of salted caramel infused into a soft and moist banana bread, then drizzled with a warm salted caramel sauce on top. It’s banana bread heaven w..

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Banana Bread Without Baking Soda

Sliced banana bread loaf, with one piece showing the interior texture.
Photo Credit: Spatula Desserts.

This recipe for banana bread without baking soda will be your go-to for easy, delicious, moist, and fluffy banana bread!

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Moist Honey Banana Bread

A slice of banana bread on a speckled plate.
Photo Credit: Dollop of Dough.

This moist honey banana bread is made with honey instead of sugar! It’s an easy, wholesome recipe to make for breakfast or brunch.

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Brown Butter Rum Banana Bread

Sliced butter run banana bread on a cooling rack with sliced banana on top.
Photo Credit: Whisking Wolf.

Say goodbye to boring bread and hello to this Brown Butter Rum Banana Bread. A moist, flavorful treat so simple to make you don’t need a mixer!

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Banana Ricotta Chocolate Bread

Sliced banana bread with walnuts on a wooden surface.
Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud.

This Banana Ricotta Chocolate Bread is like no other. Ricotta provides moistness and tenderness. Melty chocolate is strewn throughout. Awesome breakfast.

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Moist Banana Bread With Cream Cheese Frosting

A slice of frosted banana bread on a plate.
Photo Credit: Dollop of Dough.

This banana bread with cream cheese frosting is moist and soft. The thick, fluffy frosting makes it the best banana bread ever.

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Banana Bread With Espresso

Sliced banana bread with espresso on a wooden board with whole bananas and spices nearby.
Photo Credit: Sense and Edibility.

Banana Bread with Espresso has a mild bitterness of espresso that cuts through the ripe, sweet banana to create a comforting breakfast bread.

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Banana Bread With Seeds

A freshly baked loaf of banana bread topped with seeds.
Photo Credit: Roaming Taste.

Elevate your usual banana bread with our delicious Banana Bread with Seeds recipe that’s perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert. Made with

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Blueberry Banana Bread

Blueberry Banana Bread recipe by Dinner at the Zoo.
Photo Credit: Dinner at the Zoo.

This recipe for blueberry banana bread is a moist loaf of the classic sweet bread that’s chock full of juicy blueberries. It’s the perfect snack!

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One Bowl Pumpkin Banana Bread

A slice of pumpkin bread with seeds on top served on a ceramic plate.
Photo Credit: Eat the Love.

This easy-to-make pumpkin banana bread uses ripe bananas and leftover pumpkin puree and can be made in a single bowl for an autumnal treat!

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Moist Banana Bread Without Loaf Pan

Slices of walnut banana bread on a wooden surface.
Photo Credit: Food Over Comfort.

This banana bread recipe does not require a loaf pan and is ultra moist and delicious. Its moist and buttery texture will delight your family.

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Easy & Moist Banana Bread Without Baking Soda

A freshly baked loaf of banana bread with a moist crumb, placed on a wooden board with sliced bananas nearby.
Photo Credit: Food Over Comfort.

An incredibly moist banana bread without baking soda. This simple recipe is easy to make and results in a soft, delicious loaf of banana bread.

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