Description
A simple and delightful one bowl banana bread recipe that’s perfect for all skill levels, utilizing overripe bananas for a moist and flavorful loaf.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large bananas (or 4 small bananas)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas using a fork or a potato masher.
- Add melted butter to the mashed bananas and whisk until well combined.
- Add in the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract, whisking again until smooth.
- Incorporate the dry ingredients: add the flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Gently fold the mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the pre-greased loaf pan, ensuring even distribution.
- Bake for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding chocolate chips, nuts, or shredded coconut. Store banana bread wrapped in plastic wrap or in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 211
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg