Description
This moist and delicious banana bread is made in just one bowl—less mess, more flavor! It’s the easiest way to turn ripe bananas into a soft, sweet treat the whole family will love.
Ingredients
1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
2/3 cup (135g) granulated sugar
2 large eggs
3 ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 1/2 cups)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional: 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
Preheat Oven & Prepare Pan:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
Mix Dry Ingredients:
In a large mixing bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, salt, and optional cinnamon.
Add Wet Ingredients:
Add melted butter, sugar, eggs, mashed bananas, and vanilla directly into the dry mixture. Stir gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in Add-ins (Optional):
If using, fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans gently.
Bake:
Pour the batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs. Tent loosely with foil if browning too quickly.
Cool & Serve:
Let cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moist texture.
Don’t overmix to keep your bread light and fluffy.
Gluten-Free Option: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour mix.
Dairy-Free Option: Swap butter with melted coconut or vegetable oil.
Flavor Tip: Add cinnamon, nutmeg, or even a splash of maple syrup for warmth.
Add-ins: Try chocolate chips, chopped apples, or blueberries for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55–65 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
