Matcha Banana Bread

Craving a matcha banana bread recipe that's soft, moist, and full of real Japanese green tea flavour? This matcha banana bread combines two comfort favourites - ripe bananas and earthy matcha - into one bakery-worthy treat. We're using Everyday Matcha from Bree Matcha, a shade-grown, 100% organic matcha powder made for baking, lattes, and smoothies. It gives your loaf a gorgeous green colour and a smooth, non-bitter flavour.

📌Ingredients

📌For Dry Ingredients

🍃1 ¾ cups (220g) flour

🍃3g Everyday matcha powder

🍃1 tsp baking soda

🍃½ tsp baking powder

🍃¼ tsp salt

📌For Wet Ingredients

🍃3 ripe bananas, mashed

🍃½ cup (115g) melted butter

🍃⅔ cup (135g) brown sugar

🍃½ cup (120g) plain yogurt/curd

📌Optional

🍃½ cup white chocolate chips

🍃¼ cup chopped walnuts

🍃Banana slices + matcha dusting for topping

📌Instructions

🍃1. Preheat the Oven

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.

🍃2. Sift the Dry Ingredients

Sift the flour, matcha powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together.

🍃3. Mash the Bananas

 Mash the bananas in a large bowl until mostly smooth.

🍃4. Mix the Wet Ingredients

Whisk in the melted butter, brown sugar, yoghurt, vanilla extract, and milk until well combined.

🍃5. Combine Wet & Dry

Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Be careful not to overmix.

🍃6. Add the Extras

Fold in the white chocolate chips or chopped walnuts, if using.

🍃7.Fill & Top

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Top with banana slices and a light dusting of matcha.

🍃8.Bake

Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. If the top starts browning too quickly, tent the loaf loosely with foil.

🍃9.Cool

 Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool further before slicing.

🍃10.Slice & Enjoy

Slice and enjoy! It's especially delicious with a warm matcha latte on the side.

📌Why You’ll Love It

• Naturally vibrant colour: Real matcha gives the loaf its beautiful green colour without food dye.
  
  
• Balanced flavour: Earthy matcha pairs beautifully with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas.
  
  
• Simple ingredients: Made with everyday pantry ingredients and no special equipment.
  
  
• Matcha goodness: Matcha contains naturally occurring antioxidants and L-theanine.
  
  
• Beginner-friendly: A simple recipe that's easy to make at home.
  

📌Expert Tips

• Use quality matcha powder: Everyday Matcha is specifically suited for baking and helps maintain a vibrant colour and smooth flavour without becoming overly bitter.
  
  
• Sift, don't dump: Matcha can easily form clumps, so sift it together with the dry ingredients for a smooth, evenly coloured loaf.
  
  
• Don't overbake: Remove the loaf from the oven as soon as a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs. Overbaking can make the bread dry and affect its colour.
  
  
• Use very ripe bananas: Spotty, ripe bananas provide the best natural sweetness and moisture.
  
  
• Store smart: Store the banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate it for up to a week.
  
  
• Make a smooth matcha latte: If you're serving your banana bread with a matcha latte, a bamboo matcha whisk can help create a smooth, lump-free drink.

📌Conclusion

This matcha banana bread recipe proves that ripe bananas and quality matcha make magic together - moist, subtly sweet, earthy, and beautiful to look at. The secret is using a good, baking-friendly matcha powder that can hold its colour and flavour. Ready to bake your own? Shop Everyday Matcha from Bree Matcha and explore more matcha recipes on our site.