How To Make The Best Banana Bread | Dessert Person

[@CSaffitz]

Alright show of hands... Who made Banana Bread in 2020? Give this version a try and let me know what you think!

[@rachellauryn9547]

Claire I make banana bread at least once a month... pandemic or otherwise

[@williamplatt4164]

I tried several last year--some with chocolate chips, some not--before getting your book. Each time, the aroma throughout the house made me considerably happier than the final product...until I tried your recipe!

[@AllegraVivace]

✋ Made it, loved it. Making it again this weekend. It's winter where I am so it's great to have toasted with a little butter.

[@ArgentAbendAzure]

I've made it recently. Best thing for overripe bananas.

[@polythenepam3236]

Nope I have never made banana bread never baked any bread I’ve only just about managed to complete an edible box cake I purely watch for the fact that I’d love to bake but can’t for the life of me 😂 baking is too rigid I’m more of a throw in what’s good to eat type cook 😂 I use my over ripe bananas for my dog as his ice cream when it gets hot

[@nathanhittle9457]

The mere concept of "breakfast dessert" has reignited my will to live.

[@tinekecarlson1220]

Hearing that made me realize that I had breakfast dessert today. One of Claire's forever brownies, no less!

[@ilariasavioli507]

As an Italian, I can't have a salty breakfast. Breakfast dessert are the best: pies, croissants, brownies...

[@vigilantcosmicpenguin8721]

Just skip breakfast altogether; go straight to the sweet stuff.

[@airmax899]

Leftover birthday cake breakfast will change your life

[@FirstNameJuju]

a blueberry fritter will knock your socks off...had one from the farmers market today

[@chesterstefan9049]

I think today is pretty much exactly 6 months since the first episode, the focaccia video, was uploaded. 6 months and 18.5 million total views for the channel. A massive achievement, you should be very proud. This channel is always something to look forward to each week, keep up the great work!

[@vigilantcosmicpenguin8721]

Hear hear!

[@AmeliaBell28]

Hearing Vinny asking Claire to say "smash that like button" and then him saying "sorry guys I tried" really reminded me that not all heroes wear capes

[@AllegraVivace]

The return of Felix in the outro is precious, so excited for this secret "coming soon" episode.

[@biancac1742]

@@jpjapers That would be amazing!

[@ferociousgumby]

I watch out for cats in every episode.

[@AllegraVivace]

@@ferociousgumby Same, also I love your username

[@ferociousgumby]

@@AllegraVivace I 💗yours!

[@kingmob006]

There needs to be a cat role call every episode.

[@jesikalane7699]

Vinny trying to get Claire to say “smash that like button” is exactly what I needed today. Thanks for that 😂

[@BriseisMusic]

Vinny? The same Vinny from Brad's show?

[@xyzpdq1122]

@@BriseisMusic yep, pretty sure

[@mssavedin92]

it added to my day too. I actually hate it when you tubers tell us to like and subscribe "especially" when weve barely gotten into video. Weve hardly seen anything and theyre telling us to like and subscribe...do they actually think were stupid? And Claire here...thats a wow.

[@snowballs4990]

I just made this and it is THEE most amazing banana bread that I've ever tried. Pro tip - if you're pressed on time or if you're patience is short, you can always dump these in a muffin tin and cook them at 350F for 25 minutes. They cool fast and they're already individually portioned if you're trying to bring it to a party.

[@alexinarose5344]

I appreciate the authenticity of Claire not liking the coldness of simply saying "like and subscribe" or wanting to do the tired "smash that like button" KZbin schtick. It's honestly refreshing. She'll find something that feels comfortable in time. Until then, no pressure 😊.

[@synthetic9500]

@@RedTyrant Claire is avoiding it and doing pretty fine. Who cares about the extra 0.041% subscribers or so from just saying that phrase lmao

[@synthetic9500]

​@@RedTyrant uh ok, if it's not about Claire I'm kinda wondering what the point of your comment was. Cuz like, nobody asked you lmfao -Nobody is dependent on this channel. Claire is employed. The channel is a side-gig to promote her book/to continue the BA fame. It's even stated in her social media Vinny is the only person who's also involved like, I can think of several other ways how Vinny's work can be paid apart from just the channel's revenue. -You're forcing the narrative that Claire gradually HAS TO say that stupid phrase or otherwise her channel will collapse which is dumb af -You don't even do it in your own channel like boy you weird

[@greenyawgmoth]

Forget it, @@RedTyrant . It's Flavortown.

[@ferociousgumby]

I don't know why KZbinrs still do that. It's insulting. WE KNOW ABOUT IT, OK?? And is blathering on about it going to make anyone do it? We base our "smashing the like button" on whether the video is any good or not, NOT due to their flogging it.

[@btaylerpackard2475]

@@ferociousgumby lol they do it cos it works 🤷🏾‍♀️ mute the video if you have it so much

[@anisiapetcu2517]

it's so interesting to hear her talk about spices, for example, and describe how "assertive" they are and the different ways in which they make themselves known (like with the cinnamon and cardamom), it makes me so much more aware of how I taste things

[@margeryk000]

The fact that Claire will not say "Smash that like button" makes me like her even more.

[@elaine-gc5uv]

am i the only one who says "oh my gosh it's thursday 🥺" so blissfully when i get notifs from claire bc yey, new video!!

[@m3008198]

Yesss I love Thursdays now lol

[@lisaweaver3291]

I’m with you, sis

[@gymnastoman1]

I wake up on Thursdays humming the Dessert Person theme.

[@elaine-gc5uv]

@@gymnastoman1 you know it's gonna be a great day

[@xyzpdq1122]

I DID ring that bell so I know ASAP :) Such a good “mental snack” a few hours into the work day.

[@kendrarachelle]

This is the recipe that I've gotten the most compliments on! I've made it so many times because it's super easy but tastes delicious.

[@patw5550]

How did u make almond butter ? Or its store bought ? Tq

[@bunnycat102]

@@patw5550 Store bought

[@ViviCaligo]

Thank you so much for putting the weight of ingredients in the recipe, I've seen so many recipes online just say '2 ripe bananas' and have had drastically different textures and bake times thanks to it.

[@resveratrolv5]

sameee, we also have these really small bananas too and I never know how many I should use

[@AllegraVivace]

Dessert for breakfast, lunch and dinner is an ethos I can very happily get behind.

[@yasemin_93]

This is without a doubt the best banana bread I have ever tasted. This will forever be on my “breakfast to Impress” menu. Highly highly recommend

[@EsotericWizard]

Claire: "A little more or less banana is fine" Also Claire: *gets on eye level with the cup to make sure she has exactly 1 cup*

[@benbrianfernandez8210]

Claire's "Easy, quick, delicious comforting, freezable, sharable, delicious!" at 00:29 has the same energy as Lady Gaga's "talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before" and I'm here for itttttt.

[@yahshimabetsellassie1405]

I love this recipe! I'm so happy that Claire started posting these recipes on her channel; it's so much fun to see the process and cross-reference the book at the same time!

[@rahulmooley3298]

Another week. Another Dessert Person Episode. Another good day!

[@NxtReaper]

Never been a fan of walnuts in banana bread, so happy you have a version! I just made it to day and it's so delicious.

[@ariana5691]

I just made this last weekend and I used all-natural peanut butter instead of almond butter and chocolate chips instead of almonds and OMG so delicious!! My favorite banana bread I’ve made thus far 🤩

[@suinlee3128]

This recipe is honestly my all time fav banana bread recipe. the use of almond butter and cardamon is genius! Thank you Claire!

[@Jared3723]

"I exercised......tremendous patience" - Claire 2021

[@mianderthal0]

She got me in the first half, ngl

[@collettehussing7712]

I love making this with biscoff cookie butter instead of almond butter! It’s delicious and I still eat it for breakfast 😁

[@josevelasco3155]

My alarm going off reminding me that Claire has a new video is the only alarm I like hearing.

[@AllegraVivace]

Can't believe II just noticed the sounds effects of Claire tossing the lid into the sink at the start. The editing is so good!

[@Shayma.Bilghasim]

Ive made this banana bread nonstop since 2022 and i always make it with wholewheat flour and i kid u not it keeps getting better each time i make it ive made it with peanut putter almond butter hazelnut butter and they r all amazing but my fav is the peanut cus its perfect for the salty nut butter goal and peanut butter is my fav thing ever, ur entire channel is amazing me and my sister obsess over every recipe and ur my go to youtube channel for whenever i feel like baking something and knowing ill love it 💕.

[@DeniseServanez]

Banana bread is like everyone’s gateway drug to baking. The first one I made was BA’s Carla’s banana bread 👌🏼

[@fhpperkins2735]

me too but I blew it....?

[@DelaineyNeddow]

This is probably my most baked recipe from dessert person, and I've tried a lot. I come back to every single time. There is a perfect balance of richness to levity in every single slice and I truly don't think I'll ever make another banana bread again (even though almond butter is criminally expensive where I live.)

[@colourmyreflection]

Curious, have you tried making it with Peanut butter instead of almond?

[@DelaineyNeddow]

@@colourmyreflection I have, yeah! I really prefer it with the almond butter. There's something about how delicate the flavour is that allows it to not overpower the banana bread. I found when I baked it with peanut butter that it was almost too strong of a flavour combination, but in a pinch I would say go for it!

[@safa5033]

Why not make your own almond butter.

[@jennasimms2721]

Do you use cardamom or cinnamon when you make yours? I am a little nervous about the cardamom I don’t ever cook with it. Will it make a big difference in taste if I do cinnamon instead?

[@crystalcee95]

Do you always use coconut oil? I want to make this today but only have avocado oil.

[@adrianahasbun548]

Claire is so soothing for me. This is actually the third time I play this video, the last two times I fell asleep immediately 😂🤍 Love you Claire!💫

[@acidhelm]

Claire's videos are always so wholesome and calming. Thanks so much for keeping this series going.

[@mayumihirtzel7023]

This is a fantastic recipe! I made it early this morning, enjoying it with my morning tea. Light, fluffy, and moist. I didn't have almond butter, but regular peanut butter worked just as well.

[@alexinarose5344]

Loved this recipe when I made it. I've got some bananas to use up so I think this will be my weekend bake for this week.

[@trystaboo]

100% sure that this channel is the only channel that I look forward to every single week and actively try to like every single video that's uploaded.

[@Patricia-cn7ox]

I made this a few times already and so far, I prefer almost black bananas, it adds almost like a liquor taste, delicious!

[@crunchety505]

Claire doesn’t even need to ask us to smash the like button cuz she knows that we will. A Queen never has to ask!

[@AintItJay187]

As soon as I saw the top of the bread, I knew "Claire Saffitz x Dessert Person" was gonna be extra. I'm here for it.

[@Strab0]

tried making it yesterday and it was savory and sweet at the same time. i used peanut butter instead of almond butter and cinnamon powder instead of cardamom. Thanks for this wonderful recipe!

[@schwig44]

Claire!! Got a question for you, have you ever heard of Banana Bars? They're essentially sweetened banana bread but cooked in a 13x9 like a pan of brownies. Once cooled they are then frosted with cream cheese frosting. Very good, wish more of the world knew about them

[@limshan7695]

made this recipe with things i had on hand (substituted by equal weight measurements!!): swapped the almond butter for chunky peanut butter, swapped the coconut oil for melted unsalted butter, swapped the greek yoghurt for creme fraiche, swapped the cardamom for cinnamon (i just winged this one), and my eggs were room temp (not cold from the fridge). didnt add the extra nuts coz my peanut butter was chunky! turned out absolutely perfect! moist yet fluffy and the smell is soooo mesmerising ♡ not to sweet and just an overall great plus flexible recipe ◡̈ as expected from claire!!

[@rachellauryn9547]

I need this weekly burst of seratonin. Prozac only gets you so far.

[@barrackobamar]

I recommend black tar heroin and crystal meth to get serotonin.

[@eric.hernandez]

@@barrackobamar This is too wholesome of a video to comment this on. Please don’t ruin the vibes.

[@rachellauryn9547]

@@eric.hernandez reported lol can’t have none of that on my dear Claire’s channel

[@shade9592]

@@rachellauryn9547 Seriously though, people shouldn't replace their prescribed antidepressants with anything without the recommendation of their psychiatrist. Depression is dangerous enough on its own.

[@rachellauryn9547]

@@shade9592 ‘twas a joke

[@jennaeisel9072]

Vinny, no need to apologize for her not saying "like and subscribe", we like her the way she is. Half why I watch is the baking genius (this isn't an exaggeration Claire, you are very amazing), and the other half is the attitude: "No, don't make me conform to actions that aren't authentic please and thank you".

[@weevilsnitz]

banana bread will always have a moment. There is not stopping the banana bread train. It's been running for decades, it will never stop. This train includes zucchini bread, and all variants with chocolate chips.

[@colpanik]

I just want to say that I REALLY appreciate you putting in the weight of ingredients in the recipe. So much more precise compared to volumetric measurement!

[@Rudepetsclub]

how will i know what to do if claire doesnt tell me to smash that like buttton tho :(

[@tristenappel-bernstein4262]

I cannot recommend this recipe enough! Every time I make it I get so many compliments

[@jeniev7369]

I melted half a stick of butter till it browned and used that instead of almond butter and coconut oil tasted great

[@dgred1610]

Hi, do you know why she used coconut oil?

[@wr1tr01]

@@dgred1610who doesn’t love coconut flavour 🤤

[@amyjobrown6096]

Bought your book and gave it as a birthday gift to my daughter!

[@joshshell8131]

Banana Bread is so perfect. Got old bananas? Want something delicious? Something sweet but not too sweet? You got it. Also add walnuts! They make a beautiful texture and add a delicious taste

[@zr4775]

First Claire recipe I’ve ever made and it 100% met my expectations. Never had banana bread at this level. 10/10

[@firoziSukh]

I tried this as my first ever attempt at baking and it was sooooo good. I can't believe i made something so good. Definitely boosted my confidence to try more baking...

[@seanonel]

I'm far too simple in my approach to ever become an appreciated baker on KZbin. For me it's 1 bowl, 3 bananas, 2 eggs, 1 (very) heaped tablespoon butter, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 3/4 teaspoon of bicarb and a capful of vanilla extract. Roughly mix slop until homogenized and slowly add enough all-purpose flour to bring to a consistency consistent with very sloppy banana bread batter. Place into a buttered loaf tin and cook at 160° C for about an hour and a half or until a dark brown crust is achieved. The extra hydration, longer cook time and lower temp ensure more latitude with the baking time whilst ensuring moistness. Preparation literally takes 3 minutes and allows for all kinds of customisation such as added nuts etc. Works perfectly every time, but I'm always fascinated by other's approaches to baking! Your recipe looks wonderful! Thank you for sharing. You have a new subscriber.

[@sharonkoh1725]

I baked this Almond Butter banana bread. Is so delicious, my family love it. Claire, instead Almond Butter can I use peanut butter. Will there be a lot of different on the taste ? Thanks

[@jessesanchez9998]

Claire is the only cook I watch all the way through 😁 love your videos 🔥💯

[@whocanforgetthis4551]

Does everyone's thumbnail for the video look like Claire's leaning on a slice of banana bread? 😂

[@1223LaurieCarie]

I was wondering if anyone was going to mention the thumbnail lmao

[@tati.l.]

Bananas are my favorite fruit, I love this recipe. The almonds give a nice crunch and the flavor combo is wonderful.

[@yippeehaha24-y1y]

Once the bananas get very, very ripe (like nearly all brown), I toss them into a ziplock bag and put into the freezer. When ready to make banana bread, the defrosted bananas are super easy to practically pour into the bowl for mixing.

[@blondienhouston4825]

Me too!

[@nareekarnk8917]

I made this yesterday for my mom and she loved it! The bread was moist and not overwhelmingly sweet. I did a little twist to it cuz I didn’t have almond butter so I used peanut butter instead, it was still tasty anyway (u can’t go wrong with bananas and peanut butter, right?) Thank you so much for the recipe!

[@Vmgnkr]

what if both are not available ? is it okay to make it that way then ?

[@adepated]

I like this low stress level version of Claire. Way more chill than when she was on bon appétit

[@hayleysmith8494]

i have overripe bananas, can’t wait to make this today!

[@ElysianSolace]

Just sliced this up after cooling it and MAAM this is the most delicious banana bread I’ve ever eaten in my entire life!!!!

[@wongweijian8800]

11:41 Claire: "I'm proud of myself because I exercised..." Me: "Oh that's awesome!" "...tremendous patience" Me: "Oh...😂😂"

[@johncarroll1307]

Thanks for the recipe! Just made this yesterday and it turned out quite nice! Perfectly balanced flavor, great cake-like texture, nice crumb. I also had to bake for 70 mins. My substitutions: 1.added 1/2 tsp cinnamon to the topping and used turbinado sugar for that, wanting to give the topping a richer flavor (it worked nicely); 2. used honey greek yogurt because it was what I had (it worked fine); and 3. I doubled the amount of cardamom (1/2 teaspoon instead of 1/4 teaspoon listed) because I like my spices to be prominent on the palate. It was still quite subtle -- if I made this again I would go with a full teaspoon!

[@roblarssen249]

it is hilarious that that is what Claire considers an "overripe banana"

[@laartje24]

Could be worse, I consider every banana that is not still slightly green overripe. I really can't deal with the mushy texture.

[@fugithegreat]

Right? I tend to let them get totally black before I even think about making banana bread. And that doesn't happen too often because I will eat them very late in their lives.

[@orcbum]

bananas super ripe (when it blackens) is usually kinda nasty tho cuz it'll taste a lil fermenty

[@thekateykate]

I made this as a dozen muffins and it turned out great! Preheated the oven to 425 and popped them in for five minutes before reducing the heat to 350 for another 18-20 mins.

[@batt3ryac1d]

Banana bread with some choc chips and spread with loads of butter while it's warm is so good.

[@sydneywilkins9999]

Ooh that sounds so yummy! Reminds me of the these incredible pumpkin chocolate chip bars my sister made years ago. If you like pumpkin, you’d probably like something like that too!

[@carliewatson1936]

Claire let it cool all the way!! *so proud*

[@Mr3239202]

Smashing that like button NOW!

[@chrissiemcgaw]

SMASHY SMASHY

[@chuckm2021]

In 1997 I decided to surprise my wife. I got out the Betty Crocker cookbook and turned to the recipe for banana bread. We had a dozen overripe bananas and I used them all. Great baked banana pudding. 😂

[@FatLava]

I totally agree with Claire regarding how a topping should reflect what’s inside. I was at a well known bakery in San Fran and ordered a cupcake garnished with white buttercream and a slice of candied lemon but on the inside was coconut with a piña colada flavored custard in the centre. I was so confused😵‍💫

[@aleksandraaa9759]

This recipe is the best. I made it with leftover peanut butter (less than listed), adding also less sugar and less oil, just cause I felt like it. I also did not have coconut oli and swapped it with sunflower oil. Turned out perfectly fine and deliciuos.

[@rut774]

Me: "The perfect woman doesn't exi..." Vinny: "Could I get you to say "Smash that like button?" Claire: "No!"

[@PorterCollins612]

Just made this tonight and dropped it off at my parents-everyone gave it a 10/10! Such a fun spin on a classic, this will definitely be added to the regular rotation.

[@zopipark]

I just made this and it maybe the weed taking here but this is the most delicious thing I've made haha ty!

[@louisac8160]

i was thinking in the intro that we hadn't seen Felix in a while... and then he made a cameo in the outro!! I have been loving these videos (and making so many new recipes), can't wait to try this one!

[@Digitall3]

I have a feeling this is going to be my new Banana Bread recipe. I've been using the BA best up till now.

[@mrss7688]

Made this twice already! Loved it!

[@danielboulton922]

Thank you for giving a Grams measurement for the bananas! So many recipes just state no. Of Bananas which is confusing because they do differ in size quite a bit...

[@YoFabulous11]

So glad I saw this video. Just made this today and it’s delicious, the house smells amazing and everyone is happy. Thank you!😊

[@meloD30]

Claire just-barely-tolerating doing the KZbin outro is one of my fave things on this channel. I IMMEDIATELY noticed that she seemed kinda okay with it in this video. I'm hoping it's just the banana bread, I love the deadpan endings after the cozy vibes.

[@FB711_]

Just made this (with a few minor twists and, sadly, omissions) and WOW. I’m truly amazed by how delicious this is.

[@alexis5123]

Made this with gluten free flour and avocado oil soooo good!!

[@weatherbieme]

Love love love this recipe. I make french toast with the leftovers!!!. Thank you for this recipe and book.

[@adobeblue4360]

or grilled with butter if it is a few days old. grill on both sides.

[@lizzy6847]

claire looks so good🥺🥰

[@AintItJay187]

I cant decide what looks better that bread or Claire 😍

[@lizzy6847]

@@AintItJay187 me either😂❤️

[@samanthasnyder5478]

Claire, you’re an angel and I love your very intentional and thoughtful process. At the end there is always joy and that is what I have needed lately. I’m a math/science nerd in a creative industry and you give me validation and reassurance. Thank you

[@neatcaroline1893]

I made this last weekend and can attest it is absolutely delicious!!

[@christianwright1114]

LOVE that you teach us Why each ingredient is used and how it can be substituted with something else :)

[@sowhotfisak]

*every time claire releases a new recipe* me: *sighs* *closes laptop, off to get ingredients needed to make recipe*

[@camilaloretdemolareynoso3469]

This was one of the first recipes I made from the book and I can assure this is one of the best banana cakes I have ever made and eaten. It is overly sweet and nutty flavor is AMAZING. It is a hit in my house.

[@dgred1610]

Hi, do you know why she used coconut oil instead of canola, sunflower or any neutral cooking oil?

[@sarahclouston5991]

"I am proud of myself because I exercised... tremendous patience to let it cool completely"

[@brettthickhammer1546]

Claire is adorable and has amazing skills, her videos are always on point.

[@m3008198]

Loved the felix and Maya footage at the end

[@alexandriamyrie6351]

Feeling super connected to Claire right now as I just finished making banana bread too! What are the odds!

[@nathanhittle9457]

4:40 Stubborn Lumps was my nickname in high school.

[@vigilantcosmicpenguin8721]

[unamused Link face]

[@nathanhittle9457]

@@vigilantcosmicpenguin8721 Not the most original joke, I'll grant you ;)

[@sofiae3965]

i’ve made this banana bread three times and it never fails to amaze me! it’s so so good and my family’s obsessed with it! that is the one thing they ask for every time i make dessert!

[@amaliaowl]

guess who’s making banana bread later today! 😋🍌

[@luciawatchescontent]

talk about comfort food, this is my comfort channel

[@DianeGraft]

Thank you for using almonds instead of the usual walnuts in this recipe. For me as a super-taster, walnuts are bitter and can ruin an otherwise lovely dish. Almonds are great, and I'm looking forward to maybe trying this recipe out sometime.

[@camilleangelicagc]

Almond butter banana bread! I've never been so excited about banana bread until now!!!

[@fashoinista101]

using almond butter seems so intuitive but I never would have done it on my own!