Best Banana Bread In DFW
National Banana Bread Day (yes, there's a food holiday for it) may not be until February 23, but that shouldn't stop you from indulging in this wholesome treat at any time of the year. Whether for breakfast, lunch or a midday snack, here are five local gems where you can sink your teeth into the finest banana infused quick breads and other irresistible goodies.
Stir Crazy Baked Goods
1251 W. Magnolia Ave.
Fort Worth, TX. 76104
(682) 710-2253
www.stircrazybakedgoods.comIf there was ever a place to satisfy your sweet tooth, it would be at this West Magnolia charmer where owners Adam and Robbie Werner, along with Robbie's mother, whip up a slew of drool-worthy treats. The offerings, all made-from-scratch, cover the gamut from scones, sweet rolls and cookies to pies, cupcakes and even savory specialties. But if it's banana bread you're after, you've certainly come to the right place. Robbie says that she starts with a recipe which was handed down by her great grandmother. Then she sometimes tweaks it with chocolate chips and walnuts or pecans to add a nice crunch. The same batter goes into their banana muffins; plus, they make gluten-free and vegan versions as well. More of the same tasty goodies came be also found at Stir Crazy's original location on Daggett Avenue.
1251 W. Magnolia Ave.
Fort Worth, TX. 76104
(682) 710-2253
www.stircrazybakedgoods.comIf there was ever a place to satisfy your sweet tooth, it would be at this West Magnolia charmer where owners Adam and Robbie Werner, along with Robbie's mother, whip up a slew of drool-worthy treats. The offerings, all made-from-scratch, cover the gamut from scones, sweet rolls and cookies to pies, cupcakes and even savory specialties. But if it's banana bread you're after, you've certainly come to the right place. Robbie says that she starts with a recipe which was handed down by her great grandmother. Then she sometimes tweaks it with chocolate chips and walnuts or pecans to add a nice crunch. The same batter goes into their banana muffins; plus, they make gluten-free and vegan versions as well. More of the same tasty goodies came be also found at Stir Crazy's original location on Daggett Avenue.
Bread Winners Cafe & Bakery
4201 Preston Road
Plano, TX 75093
(972) 312-9300
www.breadwinnerscafe.comNot only is Bread Winners known for its amazing meals and brunches, but it's also the best place in town to score banana bread for free since the cafe's complimentary bread baskets include chunks of heavenly banana bread. Of course, if you want more, you'll need to purchase it by the loaf at the bakery counter. But if you're really a serious banana bread head, hit this place for brunch and order up the banana bread French toast. Not for the calorie-conscious, this decadent beast of a dish involves thick slices of lightly seared banana bread capped off with a cloud of homemade whipped cream and sliced bananas.Related: The Best Pumpkin Treats In DFW
4201 Preston Road
Plano, TX 75093
(972) 312-9300
www.breadwinnerscafe.comNot only is Bread Winners known for its amazing meals and brunches, but it's also the best place in town to score banana bread for free since the cafe's complimentary bread baskets include chunks of heavenly banana bread. Of course, if you want more, you'll need to purchase it by the loaf at the bakery counter. But if you're really a serious banana bread head, hit this place for brunch and order up the banana bread French toast. Not for the calorie-conscious, this decadent beast of a dish involves thick slices of lightly seared banana bread capped off with a cloud of homemade whipped cream and sliced bananas.Related: The Best Pumpkin Treats In DFW
Unrefined Bakery
3411 Preston Road, Suite 8
Frisco, TX 75034
(972) 668-2414
www.unrefinedbakery.comThis ever-expanding line of bakeries, run by mother-and-daughter duo Anne Hoyt and Taylor Nicholson, hits the sweet spot for gluten-adverse folks in search of 100-percent gluten, soy and preservative-free cakes, alternative breads and other tasty treats. But as their fans will say, you don't need to be on a restricted diet to appreciate the delicious offerings here. And the bakery's gluten-free, low fat, low sugar banana bread (which also can be had dairy-free) is a perfect example. Expect to find banana nirvana in options ranging from classic loaves, with and without walnuts, to muffins. There's also a banana chocolate chip cake that's out of this world.
3411 Preston Road, Suite 8
Frisco, TX 75034
(972) 668-2414
www.unrefinedbakery.comThis ever-expanding line of bakeries, run by mother-and-daughter duo Anne Hoyt and Taylor Nicholson, hits the sweet spot for gluten-adverse folks in search of 100-percent gluten, soy and preservative-free cakes, alternative breads and other tasty treats. But as their fans will say, you don't need to be on a restricted diet to appreciate the delicious offerings here. And the bakery's gluten-free, low fat, low sugar banana bread (which also can be had dairy-free) is a perfect example. Expect to find banana nirvana in options ranging from classic loaves, with and without walnuts, to muffins. There's also a banana chocolate chip cake that's out of this world.
Cafe Silva
8499 Greenville Ave., Suite 108
Dallas, TX 75231
(214) 267-9836
www.cafesilva.comThis cozy coffeehouse, overlooking the bike trail at Royal and Greenville, has been creating quite a buzz, in more ways than one, since it opened its shopping strip location several years back. Here, you'll not only find a terrific selection of brews made from freshly roasted and ground beans, the owner's wife also churns out a dynamic lineup of edible goodies, including a from-scratch, extremely moist banana bread that's worthy of a visit here on its own. Better still, you can reward yourself with all the goodies you please without burning a hole in your wallet; Cafe Silva frequently posts offers for 10% off total purchases on its website.
8499 Greenville Ave., Suite 108
Dallas, TX 75231
(214) 267-9836
www.cafesilva.comThis cozy coffeehouse, overlooking the bike trail at Royal and Greenville, has been creating quite a buzz, in more ways than one, since it opened its shopping strip location several years back. Here, you'll not only find a terrific selection of brews made from freshly roasted and ground beans, the owner's wife also churns out a dynamic lineup of edible goodies, including a from-scratch, extremely moist banana bread that's worthy of a visit here on its own. Better still, you can reward yourself with all the goodies you please without burning a hole in your wallet; Cafe Silva frequently posts offers for 10% off total purchases on its website.
The Black Rooster Bakery
2430 Forest Park Blvd.
Fort Worth, TX 76110
(817) 924-1600
www.roosterbakery.comThis whimsical half-cafe/ half-bakery attracts a cult-like following, not only for its artisan breads and gourmet sandwiches, but also for its delectable sweets. Though the shop cranks out a daily mash-up of everything from cookies and tarts to macarons and cakes, it's the intensely flavor packed banana tea bread that should definitely be on your must-try list. Speaking of bananas, don't miss the banana walnut muffins or the banana crumb coffee cake; both are also insanely good.Related: Best Pumpkin Dishes In DFW
2430 Forest Park Blvd.
Fort Worth, TX 76110
(817) 924-1600
www.roosterbakery.comThis whimsical half-cafe/ half-bakery attracts a cult-like following, not only for its artisan breads and gourmet sandwiches, but also for its delectable sweets. Though the shop cranks out a daily mash-up of everything from cookies and tarts to macarons and cakes, it's the intensely flavor packed banana tea bread that should definitely be on your must-try list. Speaking of bananas, don't miss the banana walnut muffins or the banana crumb coffee cake; both are also insanely good.Related: Best Pumpkin Dishes In DFW
Ilene Jacobs is a freelance writer living in Dallas, Texas. Ilene enjoys writing about a variety of topics, ranging from food, fitness and travel, to kids, pets and senior care. You can find some of her work at Examiner.com.
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