Easy Bread Machine Banana Bread

A No-Fuss Banana Bread Recipe You’ll Keep Coming Back To

Let me tell you, folks—this one’s a keeper.

It started one morning when the air smelled like rain and a bowl of overripe bananas was staring me down from the counter. I didn’t feel like firing up the oven or fussing with mixing bowls.

That’s when I reached for the bread machine.

What came out? The most tender banana bread I’ve ever made. Slightly sweet, perfectly moist, with just a whisper of vanilla and a slight note of cinnamon. And you better believe I used our Organic All-Purpose Flour. It’s what gives this loaf its golden crumb and soft structure.

Here’s the twist: a little plain yogurt in the batter!

It keeps the mix moist without weighing it down. You don’t need a whisk, a mixer, or specialty equipment.

Just load the pan, press a button, and let the machine work its magic.

As baker and author Erin Jeanne McDowell once said:
“The simpler the process, the more space you leave for good ingredients to shine.”

That’s exactly what this recipe is about—letting good things speak for themselves.

In this post, I’ll walk you through the ingredients, the step-by-step, and even drop a few handy tips for perfect banana bread—every time.

Ingredients for Banana Bread in the Bread Machine

This recipe makes one delicious, decadent, glorious loaf.

Dry Ingredients

• 2 cups Organic All-Purpose Flour from Early Bird Farm & Mill
• 1 tsp baking soda
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 tsp cinnamon (optional—but highly encouraged)

Wet Ingredients

• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• ½ cup plain yogurt or sour cream
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup sugar
• ¼ cup neutral oil (canola or grapeseed work great)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Add-ins (Optional but delicious)

• ½ cup chopped walnuts
• OR ½ cup dark chocolate chips if you’re feeling indulgent

How to Make Banana Bread in Bread Machine – Step-by-Step

This recipe is beginner-friendly! Just follow these simple steps:

1. Layer it right
   Start by adding all the wet ingredients into the bread machine pan. Most machines ask for wet ingredients first—check your manual to be sure.
2. Top with the dry
   Gently add the dry ingredients right on top of the wet layer. No mixing needed. Just let the machine handle it.
3. Pick the right cycle
   Choose the Quick Bread or Cake cycle on your bread machine. These are made for batter-based recipes, not yeast dough.
4. Scrape if needed
   Peek in after a few minutes. If you see flour clinging to the sides, use a silicone spatula to gently scrape it down. Then close the lid and let it finish.
5. Cool it down
   When the cycle ends, carefully lift out the bread pan and let it rest for 10 minutes. Then turn the loaf onto a wire rack to finish cooling.

That’s it. No kneading. No oven. Just sweet, warm banana bread—made while you sit and sip your coffee.

A few tips from the farmhouse:

• Use very ripe bananas. The kind with black speckles on the peel—that’s where the magic is.
• Try a plant-based yogurt if you’re going dairy-free. Almond or oat yogurt both work beautifully.
• Add a tablespoon of espresso powder for a deeper banana flavor—it’s a secret I don’t tell just anyone.
• Check your pan size. If your machine’s loaf pan is small, consider halving the recipe to avoid overflow.

Banana Bread in Bread Machine FAQs

Why You’ll Love Making Banana Bread in a Bread Machine

It’s the kind of recipe that brings comfort without complication.

Using the bread machine frees up your hands and your time, while the ingredients—especially our Organic All-Purpose Flour and creamy yogurt—make every bite tender, rich, and nourishing.

There’s joy in simplicity. There’s flavor in quality. And there’s pride in baking something beautiful with your own two hands—even if the machine does the heavy lifting.

Bakers, I’d love to see what you’re making!

Share your photos on Instagram and tag us with #EarlyBirdFarm. Let’s keep celebrating the slow, good, and true things together.

Happy Baking!

Easy Banana Bread for the Bread Machine

This moist, tender banana bread is made effortlessly in your bread machine using Early Bird Farm’s Organic All-Purpose Flour. A hint of cinnamon and a splash of vanilla elevate the flavor, while a unique twist—yogurt—adds extra moisture and tenderness. Ideal for busy bakers craving fresh homemade flavor with minimal effort.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 hour hr 40 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 50 minutes mins

Course Bread

Cuisine Baking

Servings 1 loaf

Equipment

• Bread Machine
• Measuring cups & Spoons
• Silicone Spatula

Ingredients

  

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Dry Ingredients

• 2 cups Organic All-Purpose Flour Early Bird Farm & Mill
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 1 tsp cinnamon optional

Wet Ingredients

• 2 ripe bananas mashed
• 0.5 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
• 2 large eggs
• 0.5 cup sugar
• 0.25 cup neutral oil e.g., canola
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Add-ins (Optional)

• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips

Instructions

 

• Add all wet ingredients to the bread machine pan according to the manufacturer’s recommended order.
• Top with dry ingredients. Select the ‘Quick Bread’ or ‘Cake’ cycle.
• Scrape down the sides of the pan after a few minutes of mixing if needed.
• When the baking cycle is complete, remove the bread pan and let cool for 10 minutes. Then transfer the loaf to a wire rack.

Notes

Try adding a tablespoon of espresso powder to enhance the banana flavor. For a vegan version, use plant-based yogurt and flax eggs.

Keyword Banana bread, Beginner-friendly, Bread Machine, Flour-based recipes

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