Tahini Pistachio Banana Bread

Banana bread is always a good idea, but Tahini Pistachio Banana Bread takes it to the next level. The nutty richness of tahini, the sweetness of ripe bananas, and the crunch of pistachios come together in the perfect balance of flavors. This loaf is soft, slightly toasty, and just sweet enough—ideal for breakfast, dessert, or a snack with coffee or tea.

Let’s get baking!

What You’ll Need

Dry Ingredients:

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon

Wet Ingredients:

3 ripe bananas, mashed
½ cup tahini
½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup granulated sugar
2 eggs
⅓ cup melted butter (or olive oil)
1 tsp vanilla extract

Add-ins & Toppings:

½ cup chopped pistachios (plus extra for topping)
1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional, for topping)

a small plate of mashed bananas, a small plate of tahini, a small plate of all-purpose flour, a small plate of baking soda, a small plate of baking powder, a small plate of salt, a small plate of cinnamon, a small plate of brown sugar, a small plate of granulated sugar, a small plate of eggs, a small plate of melted butter, a small plate of vanilla extract, a small plate of chopped pistachios, and a small plate of sesame seeds

Pro Tips

Use overripe bananas for natural sweetness and extra moisture.
Toast the pistachios before mixing them in for a deeper flavor.
Warm the tahini slightly to make it easier to mix.
Don’t overmix the batter—stir until just combined to keep it soft.
Let the bread cool completely before slicing for the best texture.

Tools You’ll Need

Mixing bowls
Whisk
Spatula
9×5-inch loaf pan
Cooling rack

Instructions

Step 1: Mash the Bananas

In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.

a mixing bowl filled with mashed bananas, slightly chunky with a creamy texture

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.

a mixing bowl with all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon being whisked together

Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients

To the mashed bananas, add tahini, brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.

a mixing bowl with mashed bananas, tahini, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cracked eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract being mixed together into a smooth batter.

Step 4: Combine Wet & Dry Ingredients

Slowly add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.

a spatula folding the flour mixture into the banana batter, creating a thick, slightly lumpy texture

Step 5: Fold in Pistachios

Gently fold in the chopped pistachios.

a mixing bowl filled with banana bread batter, with chopped pistachios being folded in with a spatula

Step 6: Transfer to Loaf Pan

Pour the batter into a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle sesame seeds and extra pistachios on top.

a loaf pan filled with banana bread batter, spread evenly with a spatula. The surface is topped with chopped pistachios and sesame seeds

Step 7: Bake the Bread

Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

golden Tahini Pistachio Banana Bread baking inside a modern stainless steel double oven, its surface slightly domed with a crisp, golden crust

Step 8: Cool & Serve

Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!

freshly baked loaf of Tahini Pistachio Banana Bread resting on a cooling rack, with a knife cutting into the golden, moist texture

Leftovers & Storage

Store in an airtight container at room temp for up to 3 days.
For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week or freeze slices for up to 3 months.

Final Thoughts

This Tahini Pistachio Banana Bread is a unique twist on a classic, packed with nutty flavors and just the right amount of sweetness. If you try it, let me know how it turns out! Enjoy! 🍌🥜✨