Our best banana bread recipe
Plus four delicious variations.
21 brilliant banana bread recipes
Don't settle for store-bought when you could be slathering butter on a fresh, hot slice.
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Air fryer banana bread
A sweet and easy morning or afternoon tea treat.
Air fryer banana muffins
A quick and easy sweet treat.
31 beautiful banana cakes
Don't leave those bananas going brown in the bowl.
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20 smoothie recipes to start your morning
Worth getting out of bed for.
Upside-down banoffee cake
A riff on the classic banana cake from our One Pan cookbook.
Banana: recipes, varieties and more
We peel back the layers of everyone’s favourite fruit and share all the information to pick the right banana for your recipe.
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Our simple and delicious banana cake recipe
You'll go bananas for this easy, moist banana cake recipe!
Banana date loaf
Take your banana bread to the next level with some pantry staple extras and make this delicious banana date loaf!
Bircher banana bread
This bircher banana bread is like overnight oats in banana bread form. You will need to start this recipe a day ahead.
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Banana and date muffins
They couldn't be easier to make!
Breakfast recipes for Father’s Day
Start Father's Day off the right way with a nourishing and delicious breakfast.
One-bowl banana bread
For a great-tasting banana bread, start with very ripe bananas.
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32 healthy food bowls
Some delicious ways to meet those healthy eating goals!
Cinnamon banana fritters
Get the kids in the kitchen with this simple banana fritters recipe.
May: What’s in season
There's much to cook with in May! From healthy greens like spinach and broccoli, to tangy fruits like lemon and kiwifruit, the produce in May makes for delicious recipes.
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Three ingredient banana and peanut butter pancakes
You don't need a pantry full of baking ingredients to whip up these delicious pancakes!
Banana and cinnamon muffins
The perfect addition to lunchboxes.
Gluten-free Christmas pudding
Everyone should be able to enjoy pudding at Christmas!
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What food is in season in October?
Buying in season food is the best way to enjoy top-quality produce on a budget.
Banana tarte tatin
A tropical twist on the French classic.
23 healthy smoothies to start your morning
Worth getting out of bed for.
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Wheaty banana muffins
Boost your fibre content.
Banana pancakes with butterscotch sauce
Perfect for really spoiling someone on a weekend morning.
What food is in season in June?
We help you find the best produce and what to do with it.
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Hummingbird cakes
Moist tropical cakes.
Banoffee pie
A serious crowd-pleaser
19 Healthy recipes with bananas and snack ideas
The banana is one of the most popular health foods on earth - we've got a selection of recipes to show you why!
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Coconut banana layer cake
Topped with fresh banana and passionfruit pulp, this layered cake is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings.
Little cinnamon banana tarte tatins
A simple but delicious treat.
30 desserts heroing bananas
From bread and cakes, to chocolate brownies and banoffee pies - the options are endless!
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Banana maple pancakes
Spruce up your pancakes.
Banana, coconut & rosemary nice-cream
This dairy-free 'nice' cream recipe is a delicious sweet treat featuring fragrant rosemary and honey for a simple and elegant dessert dish.
Banana berry breakfast sorbet
This ruby red bowl of lusciousness is brimming with good things - from an assortment of healthy fruit, to chia seeds packed with omega-3s.
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Mini pavlovas
The classic Aussie dessert!
Gluten-free banana bread
A gorgeous allergy-friendly treat.
Chocolate banana bread
Just when you think banana bread couldn't get any more amazing.
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Coconut banoffee tart
Only a few simple ingredients to create this delicious dessert.
Banana fritters with golden syrup
There's something spectacular about this dessert.
Banana and cinnamon upside-down cake
Go bananas for this upside-down cake.
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Almond and banana surprise bread
Banana bread with a creamy surprise inside.
Banana and ricotta on toast
Start your day off right!
Caramel banana steamed pudding
Don't be afraid of pressure.
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Banana and choc-almond toastie
Rise and shine with these decadent and wholesome banana and choc-almond toasties - a perfect start to the morning!
Banana caramel loaf
This banana loaf recipe is a cut above average thanks to the brown sugar caramel frosting.
Healthy banana bread
With this healthy banana bread recipe, you're only a few ingredients away from the best banana bread ever!
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Dutch chocolate pancakes with banana
Nothing beats pancakes - except maybe these Dutch chocolate pancakes with banana.
Banana caramel layer cake
Create a heavenly volcano with thick, sweet caramel oozing out of this gorgeously layered creamy banana cake. It's sure to dazzle at a birthday party.
No·bake banana coconut pie
A healthy twist on dessert that's utterly indulgent.
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Night-before-Christmas fruit cake
Forgot to make your cake weeks ago? Don't fret - this one can be prepared the night before.
Avocado and banana smoothie
This superfood smoothie is delicious, nutritious and filling.
Banana smoothie
Start your day off right.
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Banana cake with caramel sauce
How can you make banana cake even better?
Banana bread with passionfruit icing
What could be better than a big slice of banana bread? One covered in passionfruit icing, of course!
Banana caramel scrolls
Filled with coffee-soaked sultanas and chopped walnuts, these banana caramel scrolls are a decadent morning sweet treat.
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Gluten-free banana bread
This will be your new go-to banana bread recipe and its gluten-free so everyone can enjoy it.
Banana muffins
These banana muffins are always handy to keep on hand for a healthy snack. They freeze beautifully so you don't have to eat them all at once...but we won't judge if you do!
Healthy recipes with bananas and snack ideas
The banana is one of the most popular health foods on earth - we've got a selection of recipes to show you why!
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French toast with caramel and banana
It doesn't get much more decadent than this. Brioche French toast layered with sliced banana, rich caramel sauce and topped with cream. Go on, spoil yourself.
Banoffee meringue with honeycomb
This banoffee meringue is set to impress with layers of crispy toffee, tender banana and rich cream all on top of a crumbly sweet meringue base.
Layered banana butterscotch cake
You need about 7 overripe medium bananas for this recipe. Note
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Cream cheese-filled banana bread
Forget cream cheese frosting - this banana bread has tangy delicious cream cheese all through it!
Carrot and banana cake
Ever wondered what it would be like to combine carrot cake and banana cake? This dense and moist cake is delicious topped with a rich and tangy cream cheese frosting.
Bruschetta with strawberry, banana and ricotta
This beautiful sweet bruschetta recipe combines fresh strawberries and bananas, creamy ricotta cheese and sticky honey to create the ultimate indulgent breakfast, brunch or dessert.
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Raspberry and banana mini muffins
Buttermilk gives these fruity, easy-to-make muffins a delicious, tangy flavour.
Superfood breakfast bowl
Brimming with good things from an assortment of healthy fruit to chia seeds packed with omega-3s, this superfood breakfast bowl is the perfect way to supercharge your morning.
12 easy ways to update your banana bread
Fill it with other fruits, swirl through some chocolate or sprinkle with nuts for a delicious (and easy) upgrade to your classic banana bread recipe.
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Banana bread topped with seeds
Whether you're a baking novice or just after an easy treat to bake - our no-fail banana bread won't disappoint.
Cramp cure banana and cacao smoothie
With potassium-filled bananas and magnesium-packed cacao and tahini, this delicious smoothie from The Australian Women's Weekly's 'Juices and Smoothies' cookbook is designed to help relieve cramps during that time of the month.
24 easy banana cupcakes and muffins
The humble banana is one of those universally loved fruits, adored for both its versatility and its sweet flavour. And there's no better way to use them than in these easy muffin and cupcake recipes. With everything from a classic banana muffin to banana, peanut butter and bacon cupcakes for the more adventurous, these winning snacks are bound to become family favourites. Plus, they're perfect to pop in a school or work lunchbox for a mid-morning snack.
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Beautiful banana cakes for afternoon tea
There are few desserts more universally loved than a good homemade banana cake. Flavoured with the natural sweetness of fruit, these recipes are wonderfully moist and fluffy. We've pulled together a selection of our favourites, from the classic Australian Women's Weekly banana cake recipe, to our chocolate marble banana cake and a recipe with salted caramel frosting. You'll also find a dairy-free version for those with allergies, plus little miniature versions drizzled with sweet maple syrup. Let's get baking!
Mini blueberry and banana bread loaves
These beautiful little loaves are miniature versions of our classic blueberry and banana bread recipe, perfect for lunchbox snacks or portion-controlled morning tea. Serve with a rich dollop of whipped blueberry ricotta cream.
Spiced banana and peach slice
We love making sweet slices because they're so versatile, and one of our favourite combinations is sweet banana and juicy peaches. Finish it off with a zesty lemon glaze for maximum flavour.
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Gluten-free pancakes with grilled honey bananas and raspberries
Pancakes are one of the best parts of weekends, apart from sleep-ins, of course. But you don't need to miss out because you've cut out gluten from your diet. This recipe from The Australian Women's Weekly's 'Delicious Gluten-Free Food' cookbook is tummy-friendly.
Banana chocolate chip drops
These delicious and easy to make drops combine the flavours of banana and chocolate. For an extra taste sensation, eat these warm, straight from the oven.
Vegan banoffee pie
Calling all Banoffee Pie lovers! This rich, indulgent banana and maple pie is fully vegan and absolutely delicious!
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Banana, peanut butter and bacon cupcakes
Sweet, salty, sticky and crunchy - these banana, peanut butter and bacon cupcakes are a little piece of heaven - the ultimate weekend treat!
Spicy banana kisses
Spice up your day with these spicy banana kisses - a sweet and deliciously decadent treat!
Flourless banana and orange blossom loaves
You'd never guess these divine banana and orange blossom loaves are free of dairy, refined sugar and gluten! Now, you can indulge your sweet tooth guilt-free any time of the day!
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Banana and choc-hazelnut dessert pizza
Put a delicious sweet twist on this traditional Italian dish with the addition of chocolate, hazelnut and sweet bananas. The golden crumbly topping is the perfect ingredient to finish off this decadent dessert.
Banana cake with cream cheese frosting
Fluffy, golden banana cake is made even more delicious when spread with a generous dollop of a sweet, creamy cheese frosting. Perfect served slice as a rich weekend treat.
Coconut pavlovas with banana and passionfruit
Want to give a twist to an Australian favourite for Christmas or a special occasion? Whip up these stunning individual pavlovas ahead of then lace with fresh fruit and shredded coconut.
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After-school smoothie
This filling, fruity, low-fat yoghurt smoothie is a great after-school drink for kids.
Banana bread with nuts
The deliciously dense loaf is perfect for an afternoon treat (or morning, we won't judge). Crunchy pecans contrast with the soft, moist texture of this banana bread making it all-round winner.
Cheat’s banana tarte tatin
Serve this banana tarte tatin for dessert with cream and watch it disappear!
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Banoffee caramel rice with honey-glazed bananas and pecans
Any kind of poached or honey-glazed fruit goes well with creamy rice.
Caramel banana boats
To make chocolate banana boats, chop 100g dark eating chocolate. Cut banana, not all the way through, in half lengthwise. Fill slit with chocolate pieces; wrap banana in foil to enclose. Cook as recipe directs. Note
Gluten-free banana and date loaf
All the pleasures of banana bread, minus all the gluten. Now you can have your cake, and eat it too.
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Banana and raspberry loaf
This loaf can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days. You can wrap individual slices in plastic wrap and seal in an airtight container before freezing for up to one month. Thaw slices at room temperature, straight from the freezer. Note
White chocolate banana slice
You could replace banana lollies with 1 cup finely chopped dried figs or raisins. Note
Banana and blueberry bread
3 medium mashed bananas equals 1 1/2 cups. Note
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Banana and date cake
If you prefer, add 1 cup grated carrot to the mixture in place of 1 banana. Note
Banana cream pie
You'll only need a sliver of a slice of this decadent and delicious banana cream pie created by the team at Woman's Day. That way, because it's just a sliver, you can have another.
Chocolate banana cake
You will need about 3 medium bananas for this recipe. Note
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Date, walnut and banana scones
These beautiful scones are packed full of sweet dates, bananas and walnuts. They're perfect for the kids lunches, or served warm with with cream at any afternoon tea.
Hazelnut pavlova
Improve on perfection with the addition of tasty roasted hazelnuts to this fluffy, sugary meringue. Top with cream and fruit to create a beautiful pavlova for dessert.