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.
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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.
If you need even more recipe ideas for your cast iron skillet be sure to also check out this Cast Iron Skillet Pumpkin Bread, Cast Iron Skillet Zucchini Bread, or see all of my Cast Iron Skillet Recipes!
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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.
I really love the Lodge brand of cast iron skillets. You can find them on Amazon!
🥣 Ingredients needed
To make this cast iron skillet banana bread, you will need:
- Bananas: You’ll want to use ripe bananas that are spotty or turning dark.
- Eggs
- Coconut, vegetable, or safflower oil: Any of these oils will work for this recipe. I have tested the recipe with all three over the years.
- White sugar and brown sugar
- All purpose flour
- Vanilla extract
- Salt
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Cinnamon
- Nutmeg
- Milk: You can use regular milk or a milk alternative like almond milk.
⏲️ Recipe instructions (step by step guide)
Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees. Next, by mash your ripe bananas with a fork and set them aside (image 1).
In a large mixing bowl, add the dry ingredients (image 2). Next, add in the wet ingredients (image 3). Mix with a hand mixer until everything is well combined.
Pour into a well greased cast iron skillet and bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center (image 4).
👩🏻🍳 Tips
- I like to place a baking sheet under my cast iron skillet banana bread while it bakes.
- I baked my bread for 40 minutes but you may need to bake a little longer depending on your oven.
- Be sure to use a 10 inch cast iron skillet for this recipe.
📋 Recipe FAQs
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!
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.
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Cast Iron Skillet Banana Bread
Equipment
- Cast iron skillet (10 inch)
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup coconut oil or 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.
- Mash 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 wet ingredients. Mix with a hand mixer until everything is well combined.3 ripe bananas, 2 eggs, ½ cup coconut oil , 2 tablespoons milk
- Pour into a well greased cast iron skillet.
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
Notes
- I like to place a baking sheet under my cast iron skillet banana bread while it bakes.
- I baked my bread for 40 minutes but you may need to bake a little longer depending on your oven.
- Be sure to use a 10 inch cast iron skillet for this recipe.
Amy says
I’ve never done banana bread in a cast iron skillet before! I’ll have to give it a go!
Sara says
Never thought of baking banana bread in a cast iron, but I’ll have to try sometime! Really interesting fact about some iron getting absorbed into the food.
Rosario Arecco says
Looks delicious!
Alexandra says
We love banana bread, and this is such a great way to prepare it!
Sushma says
My kids love banana bread. I will definitely give it a try making it on the cast iron skillet
Two Pink Peonies says
It is so good in a cast iron skilet!
TheHappyMommie says
This looks like a yummy recipe, shall try it out 😊
Jennifer Bradley says
I own a cast iron skillet but have never really used it. My hubs on the other hand is a master at making banana bread!
Tierra says
This looks great! I loved when my mom and grandma used their cast iron skillets. This looks super easy and yummy!
Two Pink Peonies says
I love that you thought of your mom and grandma cooking with a cast iron skillet!
Taylor says
This has been my go to website for recipes and this turned out so amazing 😊 thank you
Two Pink Peonies says
I am so glad you enjoyed the recipe. Thank you so much for taking time to comment!
Sara @ SAHMable.com says
I just got a cast iron skillet from a Pampered Chef party – I’m going to have to try it out with this recipe!!! thank you!
Sonia Seivwright says
This is great. I never knew I could use Skillet to bake. Learning new things every day.
Faith says
Wow. I never knew you could use a cast iron skillet to bake bread! The recipe sure looks simple and delicious! Thanks for sharing!
Steph says
Interesting! I wouldn’t have thought to make banana bread in a cast iron skillet! I’ll have to give it a try!
Jen says
This is cool! I will have to share this with my MIL who makes banana bread from time to time. (I’m a weirdo and not really a fan.)
Amy says
This looks delicious! We’ve just got a cast iron and am still getting used to using it properly!
Chandra says
It looks so delicious. I am inspired to try this out. I haven’t really used my cast iron skillet, so this seems like a simple and yummy recipe to try out!