Banana Bread With Streusel Topping

This easy banana bread recipe is moist, tender and topped with a sweet crunchy streusel topping. Banana bread with streusel topping is sure to become a family favorite.

Why I Love This Recipe

This banana bread with streusel topping is a favorite of mine. It comes out being soft, tender and flavorful without being dense and gummy like some banana bread recipes. My husband and kids are also huge fans of this recipe. This loaf is loaded with banana flavor and topped with a sweet and crunchy streusel topping. Banana bread is already great, but when you add streusel topping it makes a great thing better.

Eat a slice with a glass of milk for sweet evening treat, or pair it with a morning cup of coffee for a delicious breakfast. However you serve it, this banana bread with streusel topping is sure to become a family favorite. This recipe is easy to make and It is the perfect way to use up overly ripe bananas.

Tools I Recommend

For this recipe I find the following tools quite handy (Amazon affiliate links):

• 9.5 x 5 inch Loaf Pan
• Hand Mixer

How to Make Banana Bread With Streusel Topping

Make the Batter

Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C).

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until evenly mixed. Then, set the bowl aside.

Using an hand mixer or stand mixer, beat together the sugar and butter medium-high speed for 5 minutes or until it is fluffy and aerated, scraping down the sides as needed.

Add the eggs to the creamed butter-sugar mixture one at a time, beating until each addition is fully incorporated.

Mash the bananas to the desired consistency. Mix the greek yogurt and bananas into the mixture, scraping down the sides as needed.

Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, and stir until fully combined and you achieve a thick, lump free batter. Be careful not to over mix the batter or your banana bread could turn out rubbery.

Make the Streusel Topping

In a small mixing bowl combine the flour, granulated sugar, softened butter, and cinnamon,

Rub the ingredients together between your fingers until you achieve a crumbly mixture with pea sized bits.

Bake

Pour the banana bread batter into a lightly greased 9.5 x 5 inch loaf pan. Sprinkle the streusel mixture evenly on top.

Place the loaf pan on the lower center rack of a 350°F (177°C) preheated oven and bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with only a few moist crumbs. Avoid over baking to keep the bread tender and moist.

Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 30 minutes before serving.

Tips for Making Banana Bread

• Use room temperature ingredients – When making this recipe use room temperature eggs and butter. Room temperature ingredients will bind together better than cold ingredients, resulting in a lighter and taller final product.
• Measure the flour – To avoid dense banana bread, make sure your flour is measured out correctly. To do this, spoon the flour into the measuring cup and level it off, ensuring it doesn’t become packed, or weigh the flour for exact measurements.
• Use fresh ingredients – The baking soda in this recipe is necessary to leaven the bread. Make sure your baking soda is fresh for the best results.
• Whisk the dry ingredients – Whisk the dry ingredients separately to ensure the baking soda is evenly distributed before adding it to the wet ingredients.
• Don’t over mix the batter – Over mixing the batter can can cause too much gluten development, resulting in banana bread that is tough and rubbery. Avoid over mixing to keep everything light and tender.
• Don’t overbake – Overbaking can cause your bread to come out dry and your streusel topping burnt.

Can I Use Frozen Bananas?

This recipe can be made with fresh or frozen bananas. If using frozen bananas you will still need to mash them up, but don’t worry about defrosting them first. When using frozen bananas you may need to increase the baking time by 3-5 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of your loaf comes out clean.

How to Store Banana Bread with Streusel Topping

This banana bread with streusel topping will stay moist for days if stored properly. I actually find this bread tastes better on the second day! Keep the bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week. If refrigerating leftover, bring them to room temperature before serving for the best texture.

If you want to make this banana bread ahead of time you can freeze it. Store the loaf in an air tight container after it has completely cooled and place it in the freezer for up to 3 months. When you are ready, pull it out of the freezer and allow it to thaw fully before serving.

More Recipes to Try

• Cherry Cinnamon Rolls
• Blueberry Chocolate Cake
• Sourdough Banana Muffins
• Strawberry White Chocolate Muffins