Want to learn how to make banana bread with self rising flour? Try my Easy Banana Bread Recipe with Self Rising Flour! It’s simple to make with self raising flour, 2 or 3 bananas, and is so flavorful and delicious. Top with chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or eat it plain! 

Easy Banana Bread Recipe with Self Rising Flour

Have some over ripe bananas lying around the house? Then let’s make some banana bread!

Today I’m so excited to share my Easy Banana Bread Recipe with Self Rising Flour.

This self rising flour banana bread is simple, moist, delicious, and can be made with either 2 or 3 large bananas and requires no baking soda.

If you want to learn how to make banana bread with self rising flour then keep reading below and check out my full video tutorial over here.

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Moist Banana Bread with Self Rising Flour

This self rising flour banana bread is not only delicious and moist, but it’s incredibly easy to make.

I love making a loaf of this easy, moist banana bread at the start of a week and then enjoying a slice alongside fresh fruit for breakfast each day.

To make it easy for you, I’ve included all the tools and ingredients you’ll need below!

Recommended Kitchen Tools:

• Loaf Pan
• Mixing Bowls
• Measuring Cups & Spoons
• Masher
• Whisk
• Rubber Spatulas
• Cooling Rack

What ingredients do I need to make self rising flour banana bread?

Base Ingredients: 

Bananas – Use 3 medium-large bananas or 2 medium-large bananas + 3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce

Self-Rising Flour – It already has salt and baking powder in it, so no baking soda needed

Sugar – I typically use granulated sugar for this recipe, but you can also use honey or maple syrup

Eggs – You’ll need 2 large eggs for this recipe

Oil – You can use any kind of neutral-flavored oil or melted butter, if preferred

Flavor Enhancers:

This trio of ingredients, add SO much flavor to this banana bread recipe!

• Vanilla Extract
• Cinnamon
• Orange Juice

Optional Toppings:

Toppings on this banana bread are of course optional, but I love the touch of sweetness the chocolate chips add, and the added crunch from the chopped nuts.

• Chocolate Chips – I use semi-sweet, but you can also use milk or dark
• Chopped Nuts – I love to use walnuts

How to Make the Best Self Rising Flour Banana Bread

In case you’ve never baked banana bread before, I’ve included my 3 BEST tips for making amazing banana bread very single time.

1. USE REALLY RIPE BANANAS

You know when your bananas turn brown, spotty, squishy, and you think they need to be thrown away?

Don’t toss them – use them for banana bread!

Remember, the more ripe the bananas are, the sweeter they are, and the better they taste in banana bread.

2. DO NOT OVERMIX THE BATTER

When making breads and muffins, it’s very important not to overmix the batter.

Overmixing makes the mixture dry and tough when you bake it, and nobody likes dry baked goods, right?

I recommend stirring by hand and mix until JUST combined. (A little flour showing is fine!)

3. ADD SOME TOPPINGS

This banana bread is super yummy without any toppings added, but around here we love to add chocolate chips and chopped nuts to make this banana bread over the top delicious.

Below I’ve included several easy and yummy topping ideas for this banana bread recipe that will make it even more delicious.

What toppings can I add to self rising flour banana bread?

• Chocolate Chips (Semi-sweet, Milk, Dark, or White)
• Chopped Nuts (Walnuts, pecans, or peanuts)
• Shredded Coconut
• Raisins
• Sprinkled Cinnamon
• Diced Apples
• Fresh Berries
• Peanut Butter Drizzle

Banana Bread with Self Rising Flour FAQ’s

What is self-rising flour?

Self-rising flour is just as the name says, it’s self-rising.

Unlike all-purpose flour where you have to add additional ingredients to ensure baked goods rise properly, self rising flour already has everything you need in it.

It’s made up of all-purpose flour, salt, and baking powder and is a great ingredient to have on hand.

My Favorite

White Lily Self Rising Flour, 5 lb Bag

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Don’t have any self rising flour? Make your own with this easy recipe.

Can self-rising flour be used for banana bread?

Yes, absolutely!

In fact, self-rising flour is what I use about 99% of the time in my baked goods.

You can check out all my self rising flour recipes over here, and some of my most popular recipes below!

More Self-Rising Flour Recipes:

• Self-Rising Flour Chocolate Chip Cookies
• Self-Rising Flour Biscuits
• Self-Rising Flour Dinner Rolls
• Self-Rising Flour Pizza Dough

Can I turn this self rising flour banana bread into muffins?

Yes, this banana bread can easily be made into muffins, and is a great for on the go breakfasts throughout the week.

Banana muffins also take less time to bake up, so they’re great when you’re crunched for time.

Check out my self rising flour banana muffins over here.

How many bananas do I need for banana bread?

I designed this recipe to be versatile, because I know sometimes you may only have a few extra bananas lying around.

For this recipe, you can use either 3 medium to large bananas or 2 medium to large bananas + 3/4 cup of applesauce.

I frequently find myself only having 2 bananas leftover, and this recipe works perfectly!

The applesauce will replace the extra banana and helps add more moisture to the bread.

How ripe should bananas be for banana bread?

Very ripe! The browner the better, and the sweeter the flavor.

You never want to use bananas with bright yellow (or green) skin, as these will not be sweet enough.

Instead, wait until your bananas have turned brown, freckly, and are mushy.

They will make the perfect banana bread.

Can I freeze overripe bananas?

Yes, absolutely! You should never throw away overripe bananas, as they make THE BEST banana bread.

Place overripe bananas directly in the freezer (peel and all) for up to 3 months.

How to use frozen bananas in banana bread:

First remove frozen bananas from the freezer, and run hot tap water over them for 1-2 minutes.

Next, peel the skin off your bananas and microwave in a bowl for about 3 minutes until thawed. Mash and use in the recipe as directed.

How to Make Banana Bread with Self Rising Flour (No Baking Soda)

Easy Banana Bread Recipe with Self Rising Flour

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Looking for an easy, moist banana bread recipe? Try my Easy Banana Bread Recipe with Self Rising Flour! It’s simple to make with self raising flour, 2 or 3 bananas, and is so flavorful and delicious. Top with chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or eat it plain! 

• Author: Kindly Unspoken
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 38 minutes
• Total Time: 43 minutes
• Yield: 1 loaf 1x
• Category: Breakfast, Dessert
• Method: Oven, Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Banana Bread

• 3 medium/large bananas (or 2 medium/large bananas + 3/4 cup unsweetened applesauce)
• 1 1/2 cup self-rising flour
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 1/2 cup oil (any neutral-flavored kind works)
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tsp orange juice
• 1 1/2 tsp cinnamon

Toppings (optional)

• 1/8 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet, milk, or dark)
• 1 tbsp chopped nuts (I used walnuts)

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Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
• First place your bananas in a large mixing bowl  and mash together using a fork or potato masher. Next add in oil, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, orange juice, and applesauce if only using 2 bananas.
• Use a whisk and mix until well combined.
• Next add the self rising flour in increments and gently fold the batter until just combined. DO NOT OVER MIX.
• Pour the banana bread batter into a greased loaf pan. If desired, top with chopped nuts and chocolate chips. Bake in the oven for 38-45 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
• Immediately place the pan onto a wire rack to cool for 15 minutes before removing from pan and slicing.

Notes

Storage Instructions

• Store leftover banana bread slices in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. To re-heat, place banana bread in the microwave for 30 seconds at a time until desired temperature.

Freezer Instructions

Wrap the banana bread in plastic wrap and store in a freezer safe bag for up to 3 months.

Once ready to eat, thaw overnight on the counter to enjoy the next morning, or to enjoy immediately bake the entire loaf in the oven for 15 minutes at 350 degrees. You can also re-heat individual slices of banana bread in the microwave for 30 seconds at a time until warm.

More Delicious Banana Recipes:

• Banana Pudding Poke Cake
• Layered Banana Pudding Dessert
• Banana Oatmeal Cookies
• Healthy Banana Bars

Banana Bread Storing/Freezing/Re-heating FAQs

Should you refrigerate banana bread?

Yes, while many people store banana bread at room temperature, it will last longer and stay fresher when stored in the refrigerator.

To store: Tightly wrap leftover banana bread slices with plastic wrap or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

How long does banana bread last?

Refrigerated banana bread will last up to 1 week, or it can be frozen for up to 3 months.  Banana bread stored on the counter at room temperature will only last about 3-4 days.

How do I freeze banana bread?

Wrap the banana bread in plastic wrap and store in a freezer safe bag for up to 3 months.

Once ready to eat, thaw overnight on the counter to enjoy the next morning, or to enjoy immediately bake the entire loaf in the oven for 15 minutes at 350 degrees.

You can also re-heat individual slices of banana bread in the microwave for 30 seconds at a time until warm.

More Easy Banana Bread Recipes:

• Healthy Banana Bread
• Cinnamon Sugar Banana Muffins
• Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

I hope you enjoyed today’s post on how to make banana bread with self rising flour, and will give my Easy Banana Bread Recipe with Self Rising Flour a try!

How do you like to enjoy your banana bread? Plain or with toppings? Chocolate chips or nuts? Let me know in the comments below!

Thanks for stopping by! –  Cara

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