Eggless Banana Bread (with 2 Bananas)

Name: Eggless Banana Bread
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: 2 cups all purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 1/4 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 2 very large); 1 cup packed light brown sugar; 1 cup plain yogurt or sour cream; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

This Eggless Banana Bread recipe is soft, moist, and perfectly tender! Prepped in under 10 minutes, it has no eggs and no butter!

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If you love banana bread as much as we do, try our chocolate chip banana bread recipe—or our banana mug cake, which is like banana bread in a mug.

one slice of eggless banana bread in a white plate.

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✅ Recipe Name: Eggless Banana Bread Recipe
🕒 Ready In: ~ 50 minutes
👪 Serves: 10 servings
🧑‍🍳 Main Ingredients: Bananas, sour cream or yogurt, oil, flour and brown sugar
📖 Dietary Info: No eggs, vegetarian
📌 Difficulty: Quick and easy - Just mix and bake

Why you’ll love this eggless banana bread?

This banana bread is perfectly soft and tender—even without eggs. It slices cleanly with no crumbling, and you’d never guess it’s egg-free. Expect a super soft, light, and moist crumb—everything you want in a great banana loaf.

The base recipe is made without nuts or butter, keeping it simple and versatile. I like adding chopped walnuts on top for a little crunch, but they’re completely optional.

Instead of eggs, I use yogurt, which adds moisture and richness. Its natural acidity also reacts with baking soda, helping create a soft, tender, and fluffy bread.

- maria doss

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One reader Viji Ram writes, "My teenage son followed the recipe and it was a huge hit. Since then this is our family favorite and we ask him to bake it often when we have company. Everyone loves it !" ★★★★★

Another reader Anne Reid writes, "Thank you. i have used this recipe many times. i tweak it here and there for vegans. and it still holds well in the oven.
good recipe!" ★★★★★

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A Quick Look at the Recipe
Why you’ll love this eggless banana bread?
5 STAR REVIEWS
Tips for success
Substitutions and Variations
More Quick Bread Recipes
Eggless Banana Bread
How to make banana bread without eggs?
Frequently Asked Questions
Storage
Freezing and Thawing
More breakfast recipes without eggs

Tips for success

Use ripe bananas: The best bananas are heavily speckled or overripe, with dark yellow skin and lots of brown spots. These bring maximum sweetness and flavor.
Don’t overmix the batter: When making any quick bread, it’s important to mix just until the ingredients come together. Overmixing develops gluten, which can lead to a tough, dense loaf. Stop mixing as soon as you no longer see flour streaks.
Measure flour properly: Avoid scooping flour directly with your measuring cup. Instead, stir the flour to loosen it, spoon it gently into your cup, then level it off with the back of a knife for an accurate measurement.
Mash bananas thoroughly: Mash your ripe bananas until smooth and lump-free. Be sure to measure the mashed bananas accurately before adding them to the batter to ensure the perfect texture.

Substitutions and Variations

This simple no egg banana loaf recipe serves as a versatile base you can customize with your favorite mix-ins. Here are some tasty ideas to get you started:

Spice: Add up to 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon along with the vanilla for cozy Fall vibes.
Chocolate Chips: I’ve tweaked this recipe slightly to create a delicious chocolate chip banana bread by folding in chocolate chips.
Nuts: Substitute toasted pecans for walnuts to add a different nutty flavor and crunch.
Nut-Free: Simply omit the walnuts on top to keep the banana loaf nut-free.
Raisins: For extra sweetness and texture, stir in golden raisins into the batter.
Peanut Butter: Mix peanut butter chips into the batter for a rich, nutty twist.
Toppings: Sprinkle the top with a cinnamon-sugar blend before baking to give your loaf a bakery-style finish.
Sour cream - I use yogurt as a substitute for eggs to keep it moist, and a little sour cream adds extra richness and makes it even more delicious!
Greek yogurt - To use Greek yogurt instead of plain yogurt, use ¾ cup Greek yogurt and ¼ cup of water.

a rectangular slice of banana bread placed on a wire rack.

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How to make banana bread without eggs?

You can find full printable recipe below, but here is a quick overview of the procedure along with step-by-step photos.

white flour in a large glass bowl. — **Step 1 -** Add flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt into a bowl.

a hand whisking white flour in a large glass bowl. — **Step 2 -** Whisk to combine.

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a hand mashing two peeled bananas in a large glass bowl using a stainless steel masher. — **Step 3 -** Place two peeled ripe bananas into a large bowl.

a hand mashing bananas in a large glass bowl using a stainless steel masher. — **Step 4 -** Mash until very smooth and lump free.

All wet ingredients needed to make banana bread batter in a large glass bowl. — **Step 5 -** Add yogurt, brown sugar, oil, and vanilla.

a hand whisking brown banana bread batter in a large glass bowl. — **Step 6 -** Whisk until very smooth.

Like in persimmon bread recipe, use a flavorless oil like vegetable or corn oil, so the banana flavor can shine through. It also keeps it ultra soft and moist, since oil stays liquid at room temperature.

brown batter along with white flour in a large glass bowl. — **Step 7 -** Add the flour mixture.

a hand mixing brown banana bread batter in a large glass bowl. — **Step 8 -** Mix to combine.

a hand spreading banana bread batter in a metal loaf pan using a stainless steel spatula. — **Step 9 -** Transfer banana bread batter into a greased loaf pan.

banana bread batter topped with chopped brown walnuts in a loaf pan. — **Step 10 -** Top with chopped walnuts or skip it to make it nut-free.

one eggless banana bread loaf on a wire rack.

👩‍🍳 Pro tip: If during baking, the top of the egg less bread looks like it is getting too brown, cover it loosely with aluminum foil and continue to bake until done.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use frozen bananas for banana bread?

Yes, you can use frozen bananas. But let them thaw at room temperature in a bowl or deep plate until fully defrosted. Be sure to drain any excess liquid to avoid adding too much moisture to the batter, then use them in the recipe as directed.

Is banana bread better with oil or butter?

You can make it with either oil or butter, depending on the texture and flavor you're aiming for. Butter adds richness and creates a slightly denser, more cake-like crumb. Oil, on the other hand, results in a moister, more tender loaf with a lighter texture, thanks to its liquid state at room temperature. It also helps the bread stay soft for longer. Personally, I prefer using oil in my eggless banana loaf for that extra moistness and softness.

How ripe should bananas be for banana bread?

The most flavorful banana bread starts with bananas that are heavily speckled or fully overripe. The riper the banana, the sweeter and more intense the flavor it brings to the loaf. As bananas ripen, their starches convert into sugars, adding natural sweetness and a hint of caramel-like depth. Their soft, mushy texture also blends effortlessly into the batter, contributing to a moist and tender crumb.

What replaces eggs in this banana bread?

Yogurt is used as the egg substitute in this recipe and it plays multiple roles that are key to getting the texture just right. First, it adds moisture and richness, helping create a soft, tender crumb without the need for eggs or butter. Second, its natural acidity reacts with the baking soda, which helps the banana bread rise properly and gives it a light, fluffy texture rather than a dense one.
In traditional baking, eggs provide structure, binding, and lift. In this eggless version, yogurt works alongside the mashed bananas to replicate those functions. The bananas add body and natural sweetness, while the yogurt helps bind the ingredients together and keeps the loaf from drying out.

What type of yogurt is best for banana bread?

For the best results, use plain, unsweetened yogurt. This gives you full control over the flavor and sweetness of the banana bread, without any added sugars or artificial flavors interfering with the final taste.
Both regular yogurt and Greek yogurt work well, but they produce slightly different textures. Greek yogurt is thicker and higher in protein, so it will give the banana bread a slightly richer, denser crumb. Regular yogurt, on the other hand, has a higher moisture content and creates a lighter, softer texture.

Is yogurt or sour cream better for banana bread?

Both work well, but give slightly different results.
Yogurt: Plain, unsweetened yogurt is lighter and slightly tangy. It adds moisture and tenderness without weighing the bread down, and its acidity helps the loaf rise and stay fluffy.
Sour cream: Thicker and richer, sour cream makes the bread extra moist and slightly denser, with a subtle tang that complements the bananas.
Bottom line: Use yogurt for a lighter, softer loaf, and sour cream for a richer, denser, ultra-moist banana bread.

Storage

At room temperature: For the best texture, enjoy your it fresh on the day of baking. If you need to store it, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and keep it at room temperature for up to 3 days.
In the fridge: After the first day at room temperature, transfer the bread to an airtight container or wrap it well, then refrigerate for up to 5 days. Bring it back to room temperature before serving for the best flavor and softness.

🍌 Got a bunch of ripe bananas? We’ve got you covered with delicious banana recipes like banana walnut cake, almond flour banana pancakes, and a creamy oatmeal smoothie.

one rectangular slice of banana bread placed on a wire rack.

Freezing and Thawing

To freeze the whole bread: Let it cool completely, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months.
To freeze individual slices - Cut thick slices of the loaf after it has cooled completely, stack 2 to 4 slices on top of each other, wrap them in two layers of plastic wrap. Place all wrapped slices in one or two zipper bags and freeze for up to 2 months.
To thaw: Remove one of the pre-packaged slices or the whole loaf, and place on the kitchen counter for several hours or overnight.

More breakfast recipes without eggs

Looking for delicious and satisfying eggless breakfast ideas? Whether you have dietary restrictions or just want to switch things up, there are plenty of creative options to start your day on a tasty note.

Fluffy eggless pancakes offer a light and airy texture that rivals traditional pancakes, making them perfect for a weekend brunch.
If you’re craving something with a bit of a crispy edge, the eggless waffles deliver golden, crunchy goodness that pairs beautifully with fresh fruit and syrup.
For those who love a sweet treat in the morning, eggless oatmeal cookies combine wholesome oats with natural sweetness, providing a hearty yet indulgent option.
If you want a portable snack that’s bursting with flavor, the eggless banana muffins are moist and tender, packed with ripe banana richness that’s sure to brighten your breakfast routine.

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