Delicious, moist banana blueberry bread packed with fresh summer blueberries and crunchy chopped walnuts. This is one of the simplest banana bread recipes you’ll ever make!

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If you’re looking for a simple banana blueberry bread that’s incredibly moist, flavorful, and easy to make, this recipe is it. Made with ripe bananas, fresh blueberries, crunchy walnuts, and a hint of orange, this loaf is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack.

This banana blueberry bread recipe comes together in just minutes using basic pantry ingredients, making it ideal for busy mornings or last-minute baking.

Why You’ll Love This Banana Blueberry Bread

Quick & easy – one bowl and minimal prep
Ultra-moist thanks to ripe bananas and butter
Bursting with blueberries in every bite
Perfectly balanced sweetness with a subtle citrus note
Freezer-friendly and great for make-ahead breakfasts

This is the kind of banana bread recipe you’ll come back to again and again.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Here’s everything you need to make this classic banana blueberry walnut bread:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup granulated sugar
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
2 eggs
Juice and grated rind of 1 orange (about ½ cup juice)
4 large bananas (3 mashed, 1 cut into small chunks)
⅓ cup chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup fresh blueberries

How to Make Banana Blueberry Bread

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a standard loaf pan.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until smooth.
Beat in the eggs, then stir in the orange juice and orange zest.
Add the mashed bananas and banana chunks, mixing until combined.
Stir in the flour, baking soda, and salt just until incorporated.
Fold in the chopped walnuts.
Gently fold in the blueberries.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Tips for the Best Banana Blueberry Bread

Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor
Toss blueberries lightly in flour to help prevent sinking
Don’t overmix the batter—this keeps the bread tender
If the top browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil during the last 15 minutes

Storage & Freezing

Store at room temperature, tightly wrapped, for up to 3 days
Refrigerate for up to 1 week
Freeze whole or sliced for up to 3 months

This bread thaws beautifully and makes an excellent grab-and-go breakfast.

Perfect for Any Occasion

This homemade banana blueberry bread is perfect for:

Weekend brunch
School or work snacks
Sharing with neighbors
Using up overripe bananas

Whether you’re a beginner baker or experienced in the kitchen, this recipe is foolproof and always a crowd-pleaser.

Suggested toppings:

Peanut butter or other nut butters
Lemon Curd
Toast and top with butter and cinnamon sugar
Top with almond butter and fresh berries
Toast and top with yogurt and fresh berries

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