Super Moist Banana Bread Recipe

Name: Super Moist Banana Bread
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 60 min
Ingredients: 4 large eggs; 55 gr palm sugar; 35 gr sugar; ½ tsp salt; 240 gr ripe banana (puree + 20 gr milk); 180 gr cake flour; ½ tsp baking powder; ¼ tsp baking soda; ¼ tsp cinnamon; ½ tsp vanilla extract; 60 gr unsalted butter (melt); 60 gr coconut oil

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Here is the ultimate recipe of super moist banana bread with palm sugar and coconut oil. It is fail-proof so you can try it even if it is your first time baking in the kitchen.

A few sliced Super Moist Banana Bread on a wooden tray.

This super moist banana bread is soft, rich, and full of sweet banana flavor. Bananas are one of my favorite ingredients for baking and one of the easiest fruits to turn into delicious fruit recipes. It’s the kind of treat that makes your kitchen smell heavenly and keeps everyone coming back for another slice.

If you’ve tried my bolen pisang, banana fritters, copycat Starbucks banana bread, banana pound cake with cream cheese filling, or banana almond soft cookies, you know bananas can do it all. But banana bread is the ultimate classic: simple, cozy, and endlessly comforting. This version stays tender for days and is perfect on its own, with a pat of butter, or even lightly toasted.

Why This Is the Best Super Moist Banana Bread

Ultra moist texture – mashed ripe bananas and coconut oil work together to keep the loaf incredibly soft and tender. The bananas add natural sweetness and moisture, while coconut oil helps create a rich, moist crumb that stays fresh for days.
Simple pantry ingredients – this recipe uses everyday ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. No special equipment or complicated steps needed.
Rich banana flavor – the recipe uses plenty of ripe bananas, giving the bread a naturally sweet, deep banana flavor that shines through in every bite.
Perfect for using overripe bananas – instead of letting those brown bananas go to waste, this recipe transforms them into a delicious homemade treat.
Great for breakfast or dessert – enjoy it plain, lightly toasted with butter, or even with a drizzle of honey for an extra indulgent slice.

Recipe Ingredients

A photo of super moist banana bread ingredients with labels.

Ingredient Notes

Overripe bananas – Don’t be sad if you have overripe bananas. The more ripe it is, the better it is for banana bread. It will give the subtle sweetness and moistness.

Organic palm sugar – If you can’t find organic palm sugar, brown sugar will do. But the taste will be different. Palm sugar has its own fragrant smell and unique taste. Combined with regular sugar, it creates a subtle sweetness.

Cinnamon ground – This gives the banana bread the next level. Palm sugar with cinnamon goes very well together.

Unsalted butter – Butter will give the bread a sturdy and yet moist texture. If you use salted butter, eliminate the salt.

Coconut oil – Coconut oil gives the ultimate moistness. If you don’t have any coconut oil, you can use vegetable oil, as long as it is odorless.

How to Make Super Moist Banana Bread

Photo collage of beating the eggs and sugar until thick and pale.

STEP 1. Mash bananas using a fork (Image 1) or food processor. Overripe bananas are easy to mash. If you use food processor, pour some milk to make it easier. I prefer using fork so I can get to taste some banana chunks in the cake. Melt unsalted butter in a microwave or on a pan with low heat. Do not let it boil. Set aside for later use.

STEP 2. In a bowl, put in eggs, palm sugar, white sugar, salt, and vanilla extract. Mix with high speed until thick and pale (Images 2, 3). Put in the mashed bananas. Mix for a while.

Photo collage of mixing the dry ingredients, butter and oil into the batter.

STEP 3. Sieve flour, baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon ground into the batter (Image 5). Mix and fold using a spatula. Mix the melted butter with the oil, take some of the batter, mix well (Image 6). Pour into the big bowl, mix well (Image 7). Pour into a lined baking pan. Here I use 18×18 cm pan.

Photo collage of decorating the top of the cake.

STEP 4. Knock the pan a few times to let the air out (Image 9). Put the pan in a pre-heated oven of 180°C for 5-10 minutes. Take it out when it has a little bit of skin on top. Decorate with some bananas and almond slices (Images 10, 11). Put it back into the oven and continue baking for another 30 minutes or until it is brown on top (Image 12). Insert a bamboo stick to check if the cake is done. Take out from the pan and let it cool on a cooling rack.

Pro Tips

Prepare the baking pan ahead. Grease with butter and line it with baking paper.
Mash the bananas using a fork if you like it coarse. If you like it fine, put the bananas in the food processor. Add some milk to make it smooth.
Use odorless oil like coconut oil or canola oil.
To put slices of banana on top for decoration, you need to let the top of the cake form a skin strong enough to hold the bananas. Let it bake for 10 to 15 minutes. Press the sliced bananas a little to let it stick to the top.

Serving Suggestions

Serve this super moist banana bread warm with a cup of Oolong milk tea or fragrant rose milk tea for a cozy afternoon treat. The creamy tea pairs beautifully with the sweet banana flavor.

For a dessert-style serving, enjoy a slice slightly toasted with a scoop of mango ice cream melting over the top. The contrast of warm banana bread and cold ice cream is absolutely irresistible.

If you love fruit-based desserts, you can also serve it alongside refreshing treats like mango sticky rice or a chilled bowl of mango sago dessert for a tropical-inspired spread.

FAQs for Super Moist Banana Bread

How do I choose ripe bananas?

You can tell ripe bananas by the black dots on its skin. The more black dots, the riper the bananas.

Can I use regular sugar instead of palm sugar?

Yes, you can. The flavor and color will be slightly different from the recipe using a combination of palm sugar and regular sugar. It is up to your preference.

Why is my banana bread not moist?

Banana bread can turn out dry if there aren’t enough ripe bananas or if the loaf is overbaked. Using very ripe bananas and ingredients like oil or coconut oil helps keep the bread soft and moist.

Can I freeze banana bread?

Yes. Banana bread freezes very well. Let it cool completely, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap or foil, and store it in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

How do I store banana bread so it stays moist?

Store banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, keep it in the refrigerator or freeze slices individually.

A photo of banana bread sliced in squares on a wooden board.

Storage

Banana bread can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week. Wrap the loaf tightly in plastic wrap or store it in an airtight container to keep it from drying out.

To reheat, warm a slice in the microwave for about 15–20 seconds or place it in the oven for a few minutes until heated through. The bread will become soft and moist again, almost like freshly baked.

More Moist Asian Cake Recipes

Another popular cake in Asia that is super moist is Thai Butter Cake. The texture is unbelievably soft and
If you have the time to make this thousand layer cake or lapis legit, you definitely must try this one.
Less time-consuming but still worth to try because it super moist is lapis Surabaya.
And don’t miss this Starbucks copycat banana bread that is super moist as well.