Blueberry Banana Bread

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This incredible Blueberry Banana Bread is a delicious quick bread made with yogurt, fresh fruit, and oats. It's the perfect recipe to share for breakfast or a snack.

If you enjoy adding blueberries to your breakfast, try these Bisquick blueberry pancakes and blueberry muffins.

Sliced banana bread with blueberries on a white tray.

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Healthy Blueberry Banana Bread
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Main Ingredients
How To Make Blueberry Banana Bread
Storage Recommendations
Tips and Tricks
FAQs
More Ways To Use Ripe Bananas
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Healthy Blueberry Banana Bread

We usually have bananas on our counter because they are great for baking and make an easy snack. Although, I only eat ripe bananas when I'm baking banana cinnamon rolls, banana waffles, or banana bread.

Right now, I can't get enough blueberries! So, I tweaked my tried-and-true sour cream banana bread with a few healthy ingredients and that sweet blue fruit. The result was a healthy blueberry banana bread full of fresh, juicy berries in every bite.

Our kids ate all of this bread in a day, so I can't wait to make it again with more ripe bananas.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

Delicious flavor combination: The sweetness of mashed bananas goes so well with juicy blueberries. This combination makes the bread taste refreshing and not overly sweet.
Moist and tender texture: Blueberries and bananas make the loaf juicy and soft. The contrast between the soft bread and the occasional blueberry pop makes you want more.
Versatile sweet bread: Banana bread can be enjoyed anytime – as a breakfast item, a snack, or even a dessert. It's an excellent recipe for different occasions.

Main Ingredients

A loaf of blueberry banana bread on a white tray.

Get ready to bake the most delicious blueberry banana bread recipe! With just a few simple ingredients and fresh berries, you'll be enjoying this treat in no time.

Unsalted Butter - Softened butter gives the bread a lighter, cake-like texture.
Light Brown Sugar - A little bit sweetens the batter and adds a deeper flavor.
Honey - Raw honey adds a natural sweetness to the batter. You can also use pure maple syrup if you prefer that instead.
Greek Yogurt - This secret ingredient provides a moist texture without using eggs.
Extra Ripe Bananas - Dark, spotty bananas give baked goods lots of sweet flavor. If yours aren't quite ready, learn how to make bananas ripen faster.
Oats - I used quick oats because that's what we had.
Baking Powder & Baking Soda - Reacts with the yogurt to provide the lift needed while baking.
Cornstarch - Gives the bread a soft, moist texture.
Milk - Adds moisture to the batter.
All-Purpose Flour - Measure it with a spoon and sweep method for best results.
Spices - Cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract add a warm flavor.
Fresh Blueberries -I prefer using fresh, juicy blueberries, although frozen ones can also be used. However, they will turn your quick bread purple.
Optional Glaze - Mix powdered sugar and orange juice to make a sweet citrus glaze for berry banana bread.

How To Make Blueberry Banana Bread

Slices of blueberry banana bread on a white metal tray.

You will love how easy it is to combine banana bread with blueberry muffins. This combination creates a delicious loaf perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Cream the butter and brown sugar in a large bowl. Then, mix the honey, vanilla, yogurt, and bananas into the butter mixture.
Add flour, oats, baking powder, cornstarch, and spices to the wet ingredients, along with the milk. Use a rubber spatula to
Toss the berries with a little flour, then gently stir them into the mixture. Spoon the batter into a prepared loaf pan and bake it in a preheated oven.
Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then flip it onto a wire rack to cool more.

BruCrew Tip: If your bread starts to darken, tent it with tin foil around the 40-minute mark so it doesn't get too dark.

Storage Recommendations

On the Counter: Store the banana blueberry bread in a tightly sealed container at room temperature for 2-3 days.

In the Refrigerator: Wrap the cooled sweet bread in plastic wrap or place it in an airtight container. Refrigerate for 4-6 days. Reheat slices of bread in the microwave for 10-15 seconds.

Sliced berry banana bread on a white tray.

Tips and Tricks

Ugly brown bananas give your moist bread the best flavor and extra sweetness.
Toss the blueberries with flour to keep them from sinking to the bottom of the pan.
Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing results in a dense, rubbery loaf.
Spray your loaf pan with nonstick cooking spray so the bread comes out easily. You can also make a sling out of parchment paper to lift the loaf out of the pan easily.
You can change the flavor of the bread by adding chopped nuts, shredded unsweetened coconut, or white chocolate chips. Keep in mind that these options will add additional fat and calories.
I suggest enjoying a slice of banana bread with butter while it's still warm. It's also delicious with a thin layer of cream cheese or peanut butter!
Serve it for breakfast with a blueberry avocado smoothie.

FAQs

How long does banana bread keep?

Freshly baked banana bread can be kept on the counter for a few days or in the refrigerator for a week.

Can you freeze banana bread?

To freeze the bread, let it cool completely. Then, wrap the whole loaf or slices in several layers of plastic wrap to keep the moisture inside.
Place in a freezer-safe container or bag and then freeze for up to 3 months. Remove and thaw at room temperature while still wrapped.

Can I use frozen blueberries?

Yes, frozen berries can be used in this recipe. They may turn the batter purple, though.

A white tray with slices of banana bread on it.

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