Can you make banana bread without baking soda?

Yes. You can make banana bread by using baking powder as the leavening agent. Follow the step-by-step instructions from the recipe card at the bottom of the page.

Can I use frozen bananas to make banana bread?

Yes, you can use frozen bananas. Thaw the banana completely, peel and strain the liquid. Proceed with mashing the bananas and add to batter.

Can I use a banana bread recipe for muffins?

Yes, a banana bread recipe may be used for muffins. Divide batter evenly in 12 greased or paper-lined muffins tins and baking in 400°F oven for 20 to 25 minutes.

What can I use instead of baking soda in banana bread?

Substitute baking soda for baking powder by using 3 teaspoons of baking powder, to substitute 1 teaspoon of baking soda.

What happens if I don't put baking soda in banana bread?

If you substitute baking powder for baking soda with a 3:1 ratio, the banana bread will rise beautifully.

Banana Bread Without Baking Soda

Description

This easy Banana Bread Recipe Without Baking Soda makes a delicious breakfast snack any time of day! This recipe uses simple ingredients and requires no fancy equipment.

Ingredients

1 cup mashed bananas

1 cup granulated sugar

1/4 cup vegetable oil

1/2 cup sour cream

2 eggs, lightly beaten

1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 tablespoon. plus one teaspoon of baking powder

1/2 tsp. salt

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Instructions

Grease a 9 inch loaf pan. Alternatively, you can use a cooking spray or line the loaf pan with parchment paper. Preheat oven to 325°F.
Peel and mash bananas with a fork. The best way to do this is to place them on a flat dinner plate. This is much easier than trying to mash them in a bowl.
In a large mixing bowl, combine eggs, sour cream, vegetable oil, sugar and bananas.
In a separate bowl, combine all-purpose flour, baking powder and salt. Stir well to combine.
Next, add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring just until combined and scraping down the sides of the bowl.
Pour batter into prepared loaf pan. If you’re adding nuts, you can sprinkle a few on top of the bread before baking.
Bake banana bread in 325 degrees f oven for 50 to 60 minutes
Use a cake tester to check for doneness by inserting it into the middle and ensuring that no batter is on the tester.
Cool on wire cooling rack. If you do not have a wire cooling rack, you can turn a baking sheet upside down and set the loaf pan on it. Cool for at least 10 minutes, then carefully remove from pan.
Invert to remove from the loaf pan. Slice and serve.

Notes

Storage instructions: You can wrap the whole loaf or slice and wrap pieces individually. Wrap in plastic wrap or store in airtight container for four to five days at room temperature.
Wrap in plastic wrap, then wrap in aluminum foil for added protection in the freezer. You can also use a freezer- safe ziplock bag or airtight container.
Variations: Banana Nut Bread – stir in 3/4 cup of chopped pecans, walnuts, sunflower seeds into the batter before baking. You can also sprinkle a few on top before baking.
Chocolate Chip Banana Bread – stir one cup of chocolate chips into the batter before turning it into the loaf ban.
Streusel Topping (optional) – Streusel Topping – for a crunchy streusel topping, combine 1/3 cup brown sugar, 2 Tablespoons flour, 1/8 teaspoons cinnamon and 1 Tablespoon of cold butter in a small bowl. Mix with clean hands or spoon until well-combined. Sprinkle on top of banana loaf before baking.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Oven Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 helping
Calories: 249
Sugar: 22.8 g
Sodium: 140.6 mg
Fat: 8.3 g
Saturated Fat: 5.8 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 41 g
Fiber: 1.1 g
Protein: 4.2 g
Cholesterol: 41.2 mg