Blueberry Banana Bread with Crumb Topping Recipe
This blueberry banana bread with crumb topping is a moist, sweet loaf packed with ripe bananas and juicy blueberries. The buttery crumb topping adds a delightful crunch, making it perfect for breakfast or a snack. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing recipe that’s simple to bake.
Equipment
- 9x5-inch loaf pan
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium bowl (for the topping)
- Whisk or electric mixer
- Fork or potato masher (for bananas)
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 ripe bananas mashed (about 1 cup)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh blueberries or frozen, thawed
For the crumb topping, grab a few more items. This part makes it extra special. Here’s the list.
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup brown sugar packed
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons cold unsalted butter cubed
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat the Oven
- Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and let it warm up. This ensures the bread bakes evenly. Place the rack in the center.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Set this aside for later. It’s the foundation of your batter.
Step 3: Cream Butter and Sugar
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Use a whisk or mixer for about 2 minutes. This makes the bread tender.
Step 4: Add Eggs and Bananas
- Mix in the eggs one at a time, then add the mashed bananas and vanilla. Stir until everything is well combined. The batter will be wet and smooth.
Step 5: Combine Wet and Dry
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir gently. Mix just until no flour streaks remain. A few lumps are fine—don’t overmix.
Step 6: Fold in Blueberries
- Gently fold the blueberries into the batter with a spatula. Spread them evenly so every slice gets some. This keeps them from sinking to the bottom.
Step 7: Make the Crumb Topping
- In a medium bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in the cold butter with a fork until it forms small crumbs. It should look like coarse sand.
Step 8: Assemble the Bread
- Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth the top. Sprinkle the crumb topping evenly over the batter. Press it lightly so it sticks.
Step 9: Bake the Bread
- Bake for 60-70 minutes until the top is golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Check at 50 minutes since ovens can differ. Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
Step 10: Cool and Slice
- Transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice it once it’s at room temperature. This helps it hold its shape.