Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon

Easy Banana Bread Recipe

Indulge in the comforting aroma of freshly baked banana bread with this easy recipe. Perfectly sweet, moist, and bursting with flavor, this banana bread is made with ripe bananas and warm spices. It's a delightful treat for breakfast, snacks, or dessert that everyone will love. Gather your ingredients and follow these simple steps to create a loaf that feels like a warm hug!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: About 10 slices 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 ripe bananas (about 1 ½ cups mashed)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Mix in melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just incorporated.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Allow cooling before slicing.
  • Author: Selena
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (50g)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 120mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: For added flavor and texture, consider mixing in chopped nuts or chocolate chips into the batter. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.