Banana Bread Recipe
Why did the banana go to the doctor? Because it wasn’t peeling well!
Got overripe bananas staring at you from the counter? This simple banana bread recipe is your answer! Whether you’re wondering how to make banana bread for the first time or looking for the best banana bread recipe, this moist, flavorful loaf is foolproof. Plus, we’ll answer all your burning questions!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔️ Uses spotty bananas (no waste!)
✔️ One-bowl easy banana bread recipe
✔️ Customizable with nuts or chocolate chips
✔️ Makes your kitchen smell heavenly
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
55-60 minutes
Servings
1 loaf (10 slices)
Nutrition Info (Per Slice)
Calories: 220 | Fat: 8g | Carbs: 35g | Protein: 3g | Sugar: 18g
Ingredients
- 3 very ripe bananas (the spottier, the better!)
- 1/3 cup melted butter or coconut oil
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (or less if you prefer)
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips
How to Make Banana Bread (Step-by-Step)
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
2️⃣ Mash bananas in a large bowl. A few lumps are fine!
3️⃣ Mix in melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla.
4️⃣ Stir in baking soda and salt.
6️⃣ Add mix-ins like nuts or chocolate chips if using.
5️⃣ Gently fold in flour until just combined. Don’t overmix!
7️⃣ Bake for 55-60 minutes (how long to bake banana bread depends on your oven—test with a toothpick!).
8️⃣ Cool for 10 minutes before slicing.
Banana Bread Storage & FAQs
How to Store Banana Bread
- Room temperature: Wrap tightly in plastic for 2-3 days.
- Fridge: Up to 1 week (may dry out faster).
- Freezer: Slice and freeze for up to 3 months (can you freeze banana bread? Yes!).
How Long Does Banana Bread Last?
- 3 days at room temp, 1 week refrigerated.
Does Banana Bread Need to Be Refrigerated?
Only if storing longer than 3 days.
Is Banana Bread Healthy?
In moderation! It has fruit (bananas!) but also sugar and butter.
Can Dogs Eat Banana Bread?
No! Sugar and butter aren’t safe for pups. Stick to plain banana slices.
Pro Tips for Perfect Banana Bread
🔸 Use super ripe bananas—the blacker, the sweeter!
🔸 Don’t overmix—stir just until combined for a tender crumb.
🔸 Add a streusel topping for extra crunch (1/4 cup flour + 2 tbsp sugar + 2 tbsp butter).
Save this recipe for later! 📌 Pin it to your Pinterest board so you never lose it. Now go rescue those bananas and bake the best banana bread recipe ever! 🍌✨
(P.S. If you eat the whole loaf in one sitting, we won’t judge.)
Banana Bread
A golden-brown loaf with a crackly sugar crust that gives way to an impossibly moist, tender crumb. Each slice is studded with sweet banana pockets and optional nutty crunch, warm with cinnamon-kissed aroma. The butter melts lazily into its nooks and crannies, making it impossible to resist just one more slice... especially when it's still slightly warm from the oven.
Ingredients
- 3 very ripe bananas
- 1/3 cup melted butter or coconut oil
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips
Instructions
1️⃣ Prep & Preheat
→ Fire up your oven to 350°F (175°C).
→ Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan (or line it with parchment for easy lifting).
2️⃣ Banana Mash Party
→ In a large bowl, smash 3 ripe bananas—lumps add character!
3️⃣ Mix the Good Stuff
→ Stir in melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla until it’s a sweet, gooey hug.
4️⃣ Wake It Up
→ Sprinkle in baking soda and salt—this duo makes the magic happen.
5️⃣ Flour Power
→ Gently fold in flour just until combined. Overmixing = tough bread. 😱
6️⃣ Bonus Crunch or Melt
→ Toss in nuts or chocolate chips if you’re feeling fancy (highly recommended).
7️⃣ Bake to Golden Perfection
→ Slide into the oven for 55–60 minutes. Done when a toothpick comes out clean!
8️⃣ The Hardest Part
→ Let it cool 10 minutes—this prevents a crumbly disaster. (Resist slicing immediately!)
Notes
✔ Black bananas = better bread! The spottier they are, the sweeter and more flavorful your loaf will be.
✔ Less mixing = moister bread! Gently fold the batter just until combined—overmixing leads to tough banana bread.
✔ Crunchy streusel upgrade! Sprinkle this easy topping (¼ cup flour + 2 tbsp sugar + 2 tbsp butter) before baking for a sweet, buttery crunch.
(Your banana bread is about to level up!) 👨🍳🔥
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 10 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving:Calories: 220Total Fat: 8gCarbohydrates: 35gSugar: 18gProtein: 3g
