Banana Bread Recipe No Butter

This dairy free banana bread recipe no butter or oil is great. Incredibly moist, made with mayonnaise and ripe fruit. Baked into a loaf or muffins with a crumble topping, your family will love this for breakfast.

Whether you make this homemade or with cake mix, we have directions for both below. With either of these you can fold in 1/2 cup of crushed nuts or mini chocolate chips into the batter, or a mixture of both. Below we made a loaf but have options for banana bread bundt cake and muffins as well which take 18 minutes vs. 1 hour.

Ingredient Notes

You will want a few Mashed bananas that are brown, not black, mash easily but I do like to leave a bit of small chunks in there to add to the tenderness of the end result.

White granulated sugar is used to sweeten the batter and whisked together with a large egg added at room temperature and whisked slightly to fluff it up.

Instead of butter we are going to use Mayonnaise. Banana bread with Mayonnaise may sound strange but is a great alternative to butter to create the same tenderness. Whisk in some Vanilla extract or almond extract for a deep sweet.

Dry ingredients begins with some All purpose flour with a pinch of salt and baking soda. The latter will allow it to rise nicely. Make sure you ensure it is fresh and not beyond it’s expiration date or it won’t work.

You can sprinkle some crumb topping for muffins on the top before baking if you like

with Cake Mix

What you would need to make our 4 Ingredient Banana Bread are listed below. If you choose to use vegetable oil as the moisture element you should opt for this one. Another alternative to that ingredient would be yogurt or even sour cream. I like spiced mix instead of yellow if I can find it but either works.

This plain or chocolate chip banana bread recipe will make one 9×5″ loaf pan. I suggest cooking spray inside so it slides out or lay a piece of parchment paper across the width of it.

You could make any of these into Mini Banana Muffins in only 9-11 minutes. Regular sizes are closer to 18-22 minutes and then a loaf is about 1 hour. I am not a toothpick check kinda’ gal, I think using your finger until it bounces back when touched in the center is a better measure of doneness.

Tips

This is How to Tell if Banana Bread is Done! there are a few hacks to remember in order to get that fluffy moist texture you want. Never overbake, always allow to cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then loosen slides, slide out and cool on cooling rack rest of the way. If you do have leftovers wrap the whole uncut loaf in plastic wrap and leave on your countertop for up to 3 days. Slice, warm and enjoy again.

There are several dairy-free alternatives to butter that can be used in baking. These alternatives work well in various recipes and can be suitable for individuals with lactose intolerance or those following a vegan diet. I use them often to make cake mix banana bread recipe no butter.

What are Some Alternatives to Butter in Baked Goods?

Many brands offer dairy free margarine made from vegetable oils. Look for margarine labeled as “vegan” or “dairy-free.” It has a similar texture and fat content to butter, making it a straightforward substitution in most recipes.

Unrefined coconut oil is an excellent substitute for butter in many baked goods, especially in recipes where a subtle coconut flavor is acceptable. Use it as a 1:1 replacement, but keep in mind that it can solidify at cooler room temperatures.

Extra virgin olive oil can be used in some baking recipes, particularly in recipes where its distinct flavor complements the other ingredients. Substitute it in a 3/4 cup olive oil for every 1 cup, keep in mind this will give it a savory flavor vs. using canola oil

Mashed ripe avocado can be used to replace butter in recipes that require a creamy texture, like in brownies or chocolate cakes. Use a 1:1 ratio for this option.

Nut butters like almond butter or cashew butter can be used in recipes to provide moisture and a nutty flavor. They work well in cookies, muffins, and energy bars.

Unsweetened applesauce can replace butter in recipes where moisture is crucial, like in Banana Zucchini Muffins and quick bread. Use a 1:1 substitution ratio, but be prepared for a slightly different texture in the final product.

Dairy-free yogurt, such as coconut or almond yogurt, can work really well as an alternative ingredient in recipes like muffins and cakes. Use a 1:1 ratio and adjust the sweetness level if necessary.

In savory baked goods, such as savory biscuits or scones, nutritional yeast can be used to add a buttery flavor. Use it sparingly, as it has a unique taste. Use any of our easy banana bread recipes listed here in our post and let us know what you think!