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Crumb-Topped Banana Bread

This easy banana bread recipe features mashed bananas, Greek yogurt, and whole wheat flour for a wholesome, flavorful loaf. The buttery cinnamon crumb topping adds a sweet contrast to the moist interior, making it perfect for breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Bake Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Calories: 225
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup mashed bananas
  • ¾ cup sugar can reduce to ⅓–½ cup for a less sweet version
  • ⅓ cup oil
  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
Dry Ingredients
  • 1¾ cups whole wheat flour see notes for substitutes
  • ¼ cup cornstarch or more whole wheat flour
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
For the Crumb Topping
  • ½ cup flour plain or whole wheat
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ cup butter

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 360°F (182°C). Grease and line a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon for the crumb topping.
  3. Rub in butter with fingertips until crumbly. Refrigerate.
  4. In a large bowl, stir together all dry ingredients.
  5. In another bowl, whisk all wet ingredients until combined.
  6. Pour wet mixture into dry and gently fold together just until combined.
  7. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/crumb-topped-banana-bread/

Notes

  • Whole wheat flour gives it a wholesome, nutty flavor, but all-purpose or spelt flour can be used.
  • Cornstarch lightens the texture—sub with extra flour if needed.
  • Use ripe bananas with plenty of brown spots for best flavor.