Bananas, tangy-sweet raisins, and toasted walnuts fill this simple and delicious Pams Banana Bread Recipe. You’ll absolutely adore this recipe for using overripe bananas, which is a family favorite.
Since it’s so easy to make, we never let bananas go to waste when they start to turn brown. You may take it with you as a delicious breakfast on the run because it is so moist. This recipe may also be used to create Banana Muffins.
I prefer Pam’s Banana Bread to fruit cake any day of the week, and this loaf keeps moist for days, so it’s a great Christmas gift idea.
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Ingredients For Pams Banana Bread:
The greatest Pams Banana Bread Recipe calls for the following ingredients: flour, sugar, salt, baking soda, vanilla extract, softened butter, eggs, and, of course, extremely ripe bananas. Adding walnuts and raisins takes this bread from being banana bread to becoming banana nut bread, and is completely optional.
Pams Banana Bread Flour Options
Pam’s Banana Bread recipe is adaptable! Any of the flours listed below will work nicely. I like to use white whole wheat flour and whole wheat pastry flour since they provide all of the benefits of whole wheat without the nutty flavor.
- All-purpose flour
- Gluten-free all-purpose flour blend
- Oat flour
- Spelt flour
- Whole wheat flour
- Whole wheat pastry flour
- White whole wheat flour
Tip: How to Measure Flour
- With a big spoon, gently mix your flour to break up any lumps.
- Do not scoop the flour into the measuring cup; instead, spoon it in.
- Use a butter knife to get rid of the uneven top layer.
How To Ripen Banana?
Quick Oven Method: To accelerate the ripening process for bananas that are still on the green side, lay them on a baking sheet and bake them at 250 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 to 20 minutes.
24 Hour Counter Method: Bananas may be stored for up to 24 hours in a paper bag at room temperature if you are prepared to wait without refrigeration. Bananas release the ripening hormone ethylene. The procedure can be sped up by including an apple in the bag.
How To Mash Bananas?
Have you ever thought to use your mixer to mash bananas? The spotted bananas should be cut into large chunks and thrown into the mixing bowl of your stand mixer (or a normal bowl with a hand mixer). Beat the bananas on low at first, then raise the speed to medium-high as they get mashed.
Substitutions for a Healthy Pams Banana Bread:
- Changing out the sugar for honey turns this into a recipe for honey banana bread.
- Change to organic whole wheat flour from white flour.
- Put 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed in place of 1 tablespoon of flour.
- When utilizing really ripe bananas, the sweetness from them will negate the need for as much sugar.
How To Make Pams Banana Bread
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Grease and flour a loaf pan for bread (9.25 long x 5.25 wide x 2.75 deep).
- Roast walnuts in a pan with constant turning to prevent burning. Chopped coarsely and cooled to room temperature.
- In a bowl, cream 8 tablespoons of softened butter and 3/4 cup of sugar (or honey if using honey).
- Mash the bananas with a fork until they are the consistency of chunky applesauce, then add them to the batter with 2 eggs, mixing until combined.
- Whisk together 1 1/2 cups of flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt in a separate basin, then add to the batter.
- Add 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract and walnuts and raisins that have been finely chopped. Pour into a loaf pan that has been prepped.
- Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 55 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Allow your Pams Banana Bread to rest for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
What To Serve With Pams Banana Bread?
- Fresh slices of citrus fruits
- Nutella
- Peanut butter
- A handful of nuts
- Yogurt
- Compotes and jams
- Good quality dark chocolate
Can I Store My Pams Banana Bread In The Fridge?
No, your Pams Banana Bread should never be refrigerated. When you put your Pams Banana Bread in the fridge, the chilly air will flow through it, removing moisture and drying it out faster than it would otherwise. When your Pams Banana Bread has cooled, transfer it to a dish, cover it with plastic wrap, and place it in an airtight container. You may keep it out on the counter for up to four days.
How To Freeze Pams Banana Bread?
By following these steps, you may freeze Pam’s Banana Bread and enjoy its same flavor and texture months later.
When I make Pams Banana Bread, I prefer to cut it into pieces and freeze them so that they defrost quickly (even by noon).
Can I Freeze Overripe Bananas?
Do not dispose of overripe bananas unless you plan to use them in a recipe.
Bananas may be frozen for up to three months if they are stored unpeeled in a freezer-safe bag with the air squeezed out. Banana bread may be made with thawed bananas. For more convenient usage in smoothies, they can be frozen after being peeled and chopped. Also, you can use this similar technique to freeze an entire loaf of pams banana bread.
Can I Omit Walnuts And Raisins?
YES! If you don’t have time to make a batch with raisins and walnuts, you may still use Pams Banana Bread Recipe. We always prepare it without nuts since someone in the family is allergic to walnuts. You’ll still end up with a delicious, tender, and moist loaf. To create Chocolate Chip Banana Bread, simply omit the bananas and add chopped chocolate instead.
How Do You Keep Your Pams Banana Bread Moist?
Wrapping Pam’s banana bread securely in plastic wrap ensures that it stays moist for days. After the bread has cooled, I suggest securely wrapping it in plastic wrap. Second, put it in a big zip-top freezer bag or a plastic container with a secure lid and put it in the freezer. Your Pams Banana Bread can keep for up to three days if stored in this manner on the counter. It can be refrigerated, and unopened, for up to 6 days if wrapped well.
How To Thaw Pams Banana Bread?
Pams Banana Bread may be defrosted by removing it from the freezer and letting it sit, covered, at room temperature. Assume a 24-hour time frame for this.
What If I Don’t Have A Loaf Pan?
If you don’t have a loaf pan, you may make eight to ten banana muffins with the same Pams Banana Bread recipe. Line a muffin tray with paper liners, fill each cup about 3/4 full, and bake for 20 minutes, checking for doneness after 20 minutes.
Amount Per Serving
- Calories 247
- Total Fat 8.8g
- Saturated Fat 5.2g
- Trans Fat 0.3g
- Cholesterol 51mg
- Sodium 231mg
- Potassium 211mg
- Total Carbohydrate 39g
- Dietary Fiber 1.7g
- Sugars 19g
- Protein 3.8g
- Vitamin A 6.2%
- Vitamin C 6.3%
- Calcium 1.8%
- Iron 7.4%
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Servings 10
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 247
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 8.8g14%
- Saturated Fat 5.2g26%
- Trans Fat 0.3g
- Cholesterol 51mg17%
- Sodium 231mg10%
- Potassium 211mg7%
- Total Carbohydrate 39g13%
- Dietary Fiber 1.7g7%
- Sugars 19g
- Protein 3.8g8%
- Vitamin A 6.2 IU
- Vitamin C 6.3 mg
- Calcium 1.8 mg
- Iron 7.4 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
