You’ve had banana bread…
…but have you tried it with rhubarb? ❤️
The sweetness of ripe bananas makes this loaf feel cozy and familiar, while the rhubarb adds bright little pops of tang that make everyone ask, “What is in this?!”
It’s simple, forgiving, and perfect for baking with kids — especially because most of it is just adding ingredients to a bowl and mixing.
Why Rhubarb is the Upgrade
Bananas are sweet and rich.
Rhubarb keeps the loaf from feeling heavy and adds amazing balance.
Banana bread… but with personality ✨
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups (315 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 medium)
- 1 cup diced rhubarb
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
Instructions
Get Started
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Add Almost Everything to the Bowl
Into your mixing bowl, add: butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla, mashed bananas, Greek yogurt, flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
Yes — it all goes in!
Mix
Mix until everything is incorporated.
Scrape the sides if needed, but don’t overmix.
Once the flour disappears, you’re good.
Fold in the Rhubarb
Add the diced rhubarb and gently fold it in by hand.
This keeps the fruit nice and evenly distributed without breaking it down.
Into the Pan
Give your loaf pan a quick spray with olive oil or your go-to non-stick helper. Then add the batter and smooth it out.
Optional but lovely: sprinkle sugar on top for a little sparkle and crunch ✨
Bake
Bake for 55–65 minutes, until a tester inserted in the center comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
If the top starts to brown too quickly, tent loosely with foil.
Cool
Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack.
It slices better once it has a chance to set.
Slice & Serve
Serve warm or at room temperature.
It’s wonderful plain, spread with butter, or even topped with a little extra Greek yogurt.
Kid Jobs
This is SUCH a good one for little helpers.
They can:
✔ dump ingredients
✔ mash bananas
✔ turn on the mixer
✔ fold in rhubarb
✔ request the first slice
Storage
Store covered at room temperature for 2–3 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
Freezes beautifully too.
From Our Kitchen to Yours
Some of our best memories are made around recipes like this — simple, a little messy, and filled with good smells coming from the oven.
If you try it, I’d love to hear what your family thinks ❤️
Rustic Roots & Modern Finds 
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