Crock Pot Banana Bread

Crock Pot banana bread is a surprisingly easy way to bake a moist, tender loaf without turning on the oven. The slow cooker’s gentle heat helps the bread stay soft and rich, with a classic banana flavor that’s perfect for using up overripe bananas. It comes out more “round loaf” style depending on your insert, and it slices beautifully once cooled. Add chocolate chips for extra sweetness or nuts for crunch. This is a great weekend bake or make-ahead breakfast treat.

Ingredients

• Whole eggs
• 1/2 cup butter (softened, cubed)
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 3 medium bananas, mashed
• 1 cup chocolate chips (optional)
• 1 cup nuts (walnuts or pecans, chopped, optional)

Directions

1. Combine butter, eggs, and sugar in a bowl and mix well.
2. Add baking powder, baking soda, salt, and 1 cup flour, then mix well.
3. Add the last cup of flour and mix until the batter is thick.
4. Mash bananas well, add to the batter, and mix until combined.
5. Stir in chocolate chips and/or nuts if using.
6. Butter a small crock dish and pour the batter in evenly.
7. Place the dish in a 6-quart crock pot, cover, and cook on LOW for about 4 hours.
8. Check doneness: the top should be slightly brown and the bread should bounce back when touched.
9. Remove the crock dish carefully and cool the bread before slicing.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 240 minutes | Total Time: 255 minutes
Kcal: 290 kcal | Servings: 10

Tips

For the best texture, use very ripe bananas (lots of brown spots)—they mash easier and make the bread sweeter and moister.

Cool completely before slicing so it doesn’t crumble, and store wrapped at room temperature for 2 days or in the fridge for up to 5 days.

FAQ

Do I need to line the crock dish?
Not required—just butter it well, but parchment can help with easier removal.

Why is the top not as browned as oven banana bread?
Slow cookers don’t brown as strongly; the bread is still cooked through when it springs back to the touch.

Can I make it without chocolate chips or nuts?
Yes—leave them out and it will still bake and taste great.

Can I freeze Crock Pot banana bread?
Yes—wrap slices tightly and freeze; thaw at room temp or microwave briefly.