Description

This blackberry banana bread is a moist, flavorful twist on a classic favorite. The sweetness of ripe bananas pairs perfectly with the juicy, tart bursts of blackberries, creating a deliciously balanced loaf. Packed with fiber, antioxidants, and natural sweetness, this bread is both nutritious and satisfying. Enjoy it as a breakfast treat, afternoon snack, or wholesome dessert!

Ingredients

Scale

3 ripe bananas, mashed
1 cup fresh or frozen blackberries (lightly coated in flour)
2 cups all-purpose or whole wheat flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for extra warmth)
½ cup sugar, honey, or maple syrup
2 eggs (or flax eggs for a vegan option)
⅓ cup melted butter or vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
In another bowl, mash bananas and mix with sugar, eggs, melted butter (or oil), and vanilla extract.
Gradually fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Gently fold in blackberries and optional add-ins (nuts or chocolate chips).
Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and enjoy!

Notes

For extra moisture, replace some butter or oil with Greek yogurt or applesauce.
Frozen blackberries work well, but do not thaw them before adding to the batter.
For a sweeter loaf, increase the sugar slightly or add chocolate chips.
Store at room temperature for 3 days, in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 55 minutes
Category: Baking, Breakfast, Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: ~220 kcal
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: blackberry banana bread, moist banana bread, healthy banana bread, fruit banana bread