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Olive Oil Banana Bread

Fruity olive oil and ripe bananas are the perfect match for this olive oil banana bread. Incredibly tender and so delicious!
Course Banana Bread
Cuisine American
Keyword Banana, Loaf, Olive Oil
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Servings 6
Author Leona G.

Equipment

  • 1 large bowl
  • 1 Loaf pan

Ingredients

  • 2 large ripe bananas mashed
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup light or dark brown sugar
  • ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • ⅓ cup buttermilk
  • 1 ½ cups flour spooned & leveled
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • coarse sugar for topping optional

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°
  • In a large bowl add the mashed bananas, eggs, olive oil, sugars and vanilla. Give it a good mix. Add in the buttermilk and mix to incorporate. Add in the dry ingredients and mix just until absorbed.
  • Pour the batter into a prepared loaf pan & top with coarse sugar for crunch. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set. Allow the loaf to come to room temperature before slicing. ENJOY!