7-Step Ultimate Banana Bread With Olive Oil Recipe: Indulge In A Fluffy, Moist Delight (2024)

Bananas: The foundation of our bread, ripe bananas bring natural sweetness and moisture, crucial for achieving that perfect cakey texture. For the best results, use bananas that are almost black on the outside. If your bananas aren’t quite there yet, a quick trip to the oven can accelerate the ripening process.

Greek Yogurt: A favorite in my baking arsenal, Greek yogurt adds lightness and a subtle tang, enhancing the overall flavor profile of the bread.

Olive Oil: The true twist in this recipe, olive oil lends a unique richness and moisture to the bread, creating a tender crumb and a fruity flavor note that complements the sweetness of the bananas beautifully.

• 2 eggs
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 3/4 cup olive oil
• 100 g Greek yogurt
• 2 very ripe bananas + 1 extra (optional for decoration)
• 1 tsp cinnamon powder
• 1 cup self-raising flour
• 40 g walnuts, chopped (optional)
• Butter, for serving

• Begin by preheating your oven to 170°C (340°F). Grease a 24cm (10-inch) loaf tin with olive oil, ensuring all sides are coated.

• In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and brown sugar until pale and well combined. Stir in the olive oil and Greek yogurt.

• Mash 2 bananas until smooth and blend them into the wet mixture.

• Sift the flour and cinnamon powder into the batter, folding gently with a spatula. Add walnuts if using, mixing until just combined.

• Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf tin. If you’re adding an extra banana for decoration, slice it lengthwise and place it atop the batter. Bake for 50 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. Cover with foil if the top browns too quickly.

• Allow the bread to cool in the tin for 15 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

• Slice the banana bread and serve warm with butter for a truly indulgent experience.

• Absolutely! While the walnuts add a lovely crunch and depth of flavor, they can be left out for those with allergies.

• I recommend enjoying this banana bread warm with butter. For an extra touch of sweetness, consider drizzling with honey or sprinkling with cinnamon sugar.

• Any olive oil will work, but for a lighter flavor, opt for a light extra virgin olive oil. It will impart a subtle, fruity note without overpowering the other flavors.