Banana Fruit Loaf

Delightfully moist and bursting with natural sweetness, this Banana Fruit Loaf is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for brunches, snack time, or dessert. Made with ripe bananas, dried cranberries, raisins, and optional crunchy walnuts, this loaf combines the comforting flavor of classic banana bread with a vibrant fruity twist. Easy to make with pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract, this recipe takes just 15 minutes of prep time before baking to golden perfection in under an hour. A harmonious balance of flavors and textures, it’s a simple yet impressive bake that pairs perfectly with coffee or tea. Whether you’re looking for a cozy treat or a creative way to use overripe bananas, this Banana Fruit Loaf is your go-to option!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 pieces ripe bananas
• 250 grams all-purpose flour
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 100 grams unsalted butter, melted
• 2 pieces large eggs
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 75 grams dried cranberries
• 75 grams raisins
• 50 grams walnuts (optional), chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth using a fork or a potato masher.

Step 3

Add the melted butter to the mashed bananas and mix well.

Step 4

Stir in the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until fully combined.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

Step 6

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Stir gently until just combined; do not overmix.

Step 7

Add the dried cranberries, raisins, and walnuts (if using). Fold them into the batter evenly.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Let the banana fruit loaf cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1020.4 grams (1020.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2920

Total Fat 128.00g	164%
Saturated Fat 57.60g	288%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 590mg	197%
Sodium 3090mg	134%
Total Carbohydrate 404.50g	147%
Dietary Fiber 28.40g	101%
Total Sugars 149.30g
Protein 53.40g	107%

Vitamin D 80IU	400%
Calcium 216mg	17%
Iron 18mg	98%
Potassium 2510mg	53%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.6%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 54.2%