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Cast Iron Skillet Banana Bread

Published: Jul 2, 2020 · Modified: May 29, 2022 by Audrey · This post may contain affiliate links

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Cast iron skillet banana bread is such a fun way to make banana bread! The cast iron skillet gives the banana bread a nice flavor and it cooks evenly each time.

Cast Iron Skillet Banana Bread on a wooden background.

I know sometimes banana breads can take forever to cook through the middle and can come out too moist in some spots. The cast iron skillet really does make a difference and makes for one moist but very evenly cooked banana bread.

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Using a cast iron skillet for banana bread

I used a 10″ cast iron skillet for this recipe. I have been using my cast iron skillet more. My sister always uses her cast iron skillet and keeps reminding me that it’s a great way to get a little extra iron. According to MSU, a small amount of iron does get absorbed into the food. I always think it’s a cool way to add extra nutrients to your cooking.

Using a cast iron skillet for banana bread will cause your banana bread to bake completely evenly. I know that sometimes when I bake banana bread in a regular loaf pan, depending on the recipe it can come out a little mushy, especially in the middle. This is definitely not the case when you use your cast iron skillet.

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What ingredients does this recipe call for?

To make this cast iron skillet banana bread, you will need:

  • Bananas
  • Eggs
  • Vegetable or safflower oil
  • White sugar
  • Brown sugar
  • Flour
  • Vanilla extract
  • Salt
  • Baking powder
  • Baking soda
  • Cinnamon
  • Nutmeg
  • Milk

Why does this banana bread recipe call for baking soda and baking powder?

I have been on a mission to make all the banana bread recipes out there and this is one of my new favorites. I think part of the reason why this recipe is so good is because it uses both baking soda and baking powder. I think using both baking soda and baking powder gives this banana bread a very nice texture. You can add chocolate chips if you want more of a dessert type banana bread. It is also fantastic as is!

How do I clean my cast iron skillet after I make this recipe?

I find that when I use my cast iron skillet to make breads there is very little residue if I grease my skillet well. If you do have some sticking, scrub it gently with a scrub brush under warm water. Be sure to NOT use any soap when you do this. You can then oil and re-season your cast iron skillet. You’ll want to avoid letting your cast iron soak as it can cause it to rust. I try to clean my cast iron skillets right away, if possible that I avoid this issue altogether.

Other quick bread recipes that you might like:

  • Cast Iron Skillet Zucchini Bread
  • Cast Iron Skillet Pumpkin Bread
  • Amish Banana Bread
  • Banana Bread in an 8 x 8 pan
Cast Iron Skillet Banana Bread

Cast Iron Skillet Banana Bread

Audrey
A fun way to make a delicious and evenly baked banana bread
4.93 from 27 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 45 minutes mins
Total Time 55 minutes mins
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 1 loaf
Calories 337 kcal

Equipment

  • Cast iron skillet (10 inch)

Ingredients
  

  • 3 ripe bananas mashed
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup vegetable or safflower oil
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg
  • 2 tablespoons milk

Instructions
 

  • Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees.
  • Begin by mashing your ripe bananas with a fork and set them aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, add the dry ingredients.
    1 cup white sugar, ½ cup brown sugar, 2 cups flour, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ½ teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ½ teaspoon nutmeg
  • Next, add in the bananas and eggs.
    3 ripe bananas, 2 eggs
  • Add the oil, vanilla and milk and then mix well with a hand mixer for about three minutes.
    ½ cup vegetable or safflower oil, 2 tablespoons milk
  • Pour into a well greased cast iron skillet.
  • Bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.

Notes

Nutritional information is an estimate only.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 337kcalCarbohydrates: 73gProtein: 5gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 41mgSodium: 357mgPotassium: 234mgFiber: 2gSugar: 44gVitamin A: 95IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 62mgIron: 2mg
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Comments

  1. Amanda Sochanski says

    February 15, 2025 at 8:34 pm

    5 stars
    THE SWEETEST, softest, moist banana bread I’ve ever had. It was nearly wet! I’ll never make another kind again. THIS IS A WINNER.

    Reply
  2. Joy says

    January 27, 2025 at 9:54 pm

    5 stars
    Very tasty. Happy hubby. Glad I tried this recipe.

    Reply
  3. Belinda Hart says

    September 15, 2024 at 1:47 pm

    5 stars
    I love this recipe! I used gluten free flour and half monk fruit sweetener. I also used half a cup of sugar. I used peanut butter protein and made a great sauce that I poured onto the cake. Yummy!

    Reply
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