S’mores Banana Bread
Ingredients
Bread:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 Large Eggs
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 overripe bananas, mashed
- 1/4 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 1/4 flour (spooned and leveled, do not pack)
- 1/2 cup finely crushed graham crackers
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup chocolate chips
Toppings:
- mini marshmallows
- Hershey Chocolate or chocolate chips
- teddy grahams or graham cracker pieces
Instructions
1) Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease the bread/ loaf pan
2) In a large bowl whisk together the melted butter and both sugars until smooth
3) Whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract until well combined
4) Mix in the mashed bananas and Greek yogurt
5) In a separate bowl whisk together the flour, graham cracker crumbs, baking soda, and salt
6) Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until combined (*Don’t over mix*)
7) Fold in the chocolate chips
8) Pour the batter into the pan and smooth the top
9) Bake for 50-55 minutes until the toothpick comes out with moist crumbs (this is not completely clean but not wet batter)
- Loosely tent with foil after about 40 minutes if the top is browning to much!
10) Cover the top with the mini marshmallows and bake 5-10 more minutes
11) Top with the teddy grahams and chocolate pieces after baking.
- Let it cool before slicing and enjoy!
I recently tried this S’mores Banana Bread recipe and it quickly became one of my favorite banana bread variations! The addition of crushed graham crackers in the batter adds a subtle crunch and authentic s’mores flavor that you don’t get in regular banana bread. Using overripe bananas creates that perfect natural sweetness, while the Greek yogurt ensures the bread stays moist and tender. When mixing the ingredients, it’s really important not to overmix the batter to keep the texture light. I also found that gently folding in the chocolate chips helps them distribute thoroughly without sinking to the bottom. The mini marshmallows on top create a delightful golden and gooey crust after baking, which adds a lovely contrast in texture. Covering the bread loosely with foil after 40 minutes helps prevent the marshmallows from burning while still letting them toast nicely. One tip I picked up is to let the bread cool completely before slicing so it holds together well. Topping with teddy grahams or extra chocolate pieces once cooled elevates both flavor and visual appeal. This recipe is perfect for anyone looking to elevate a classic banana bread with nostalgic campfire-inspired ingredients. It's great for family get-togethers, bake sales, or just a cozy night in. I've also experimented with swapping dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips to customize the sweetness to my liking. Overall, this S’mores Banana Bread brings together the best of banana bread and the beloved s’mores snack in a uniquely delicious way that’s bound to impress. I highly recommend giving it a try for your next baking session!
