Copycat Starbucks Banana Bread

introduction

This is an easy copy of the Starbucks banana bread. It is soft, sweet, and uses simple pantry items. If you enjoy other banana bread ideas, try this cinnamon swirl banana bread for a different twist.

why make this recipe

Make this recipe because it uses ripe bananas and basic ingredients. It is quick to mix, bakes in one pan, and tastes like the coffee shop loaf. You need no special tools.

how to make Copycat Starbucks Banana Bread

Follow simple steps and mix by hand. For a different dessert idea using similar flavors, see this banana cake with brown butter icing.

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mash bananas in a bowl until smooth.
3. Stir melted butter into the mashed bananas.
4. Mix in baking soda and a pinch of salt.
5. Stir in sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
6. Mix in flour until just combined.
7. Pour batter into a greased loaf pan.
8. Bake about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick in the center comes out clean.
9. Let cool in the pan a few minutes, then move to a wire rack.

Ingredients :

• 3 ripe bananas
• 1/3 cup melted butter
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• Pinch of salt
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour

Directions :

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
3. Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
4. Mix in the baking soda and salt.
5. Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
6. Mix in the flour until just incorporated.
7. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
8. Bake for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
9. Let it cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

how to serve Copycat Starbucks Banana Bread

Slice the loaf and serve warm or at room temperature. You can spread butter, cream cheese, or nut butter on a slice. It also pairs well with coffee or tea.

how to store Copycat Starbucks Banana Bread

Wrap the cooled loaf in plastic wrap or place in an airtight container. Keep at room temperature for 2–3 days. For longer storage, freeze slices in a zip bag for up to 3 months. Thaw before serving.

tips to make Copycat Starbucks Banana Bread

• Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for best sweetness and flavor.
• Do not overmix after adding flour; stir until just combined.
• Check the loaf at 55 minutes and cover with foil if the top browns too fast.
• Measure flour by spooning it into the cup and leveling, not by scooping.

variation (if any)

• Add 1/2 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter.
• For a lighter loaf, replace half the sugar with brown sugar.
• Add 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon for warm spice.

FAQs

Q: Can I use frozen bananas?
A: Yes. Thaw and drain extra liquid, then mash and use as normal.

Q: Can I use whole wheat flour?
A: You can, but use half whole wheat and half all-purpose to keep texture light.

Q: How do I know when it is done?
A: Insert a toothpick in the center. If it comes out clean or with a few dry crumbs, it is done.

Q: Can I double the recipe?
A: Yes. Use two loaf pans and check baking time; it may need 5–15 more minutes.

Conclusion

For a tested copycat version and more tips, see this Banana Bread Starbucks Copycat Recipe – Butter Your Biscuit.

Copycat Starbucks Banana Bread

This easy banana bread recipe mimics the beloved Starbucks version, featuring ripe bananas and simple pantry ingredients for a soft, sweet loaf.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the banana bread

• 3 pieces ripe bananas Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for best sweetness.
• 1/3 cup melted butter
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• Pinch salt
• 3/4 cup sugar For a lighter loaf, replace half the sugar with brown sugar.
• 1 large egg Beaten.
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup all-purpose flour Measure by spooning into the cup and leveling.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
3. Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
4. Mix in the baking soda and salt.
5. Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
6. Mix in the flour until just incorporated.
7. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.

Baking

1. Bake for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Cooling

1. Let it cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

Serve sliced, warm or at room temperature, and spread with butter, cream cheese, or nut butter. Pairs well with coffee or tea. To store, wrap cooled loaf in plastic wrap; keep at room temperature for 2–3 days or freeze actual slices for up to 3 months.