The Best Banana Bread Recipe

Ultra-moist, golden-topped banana bread in 65 minutes. One bowl, no mixer, pure craveability.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 55

Servings: 10 slices

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 210

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

3 very ripe bananas about 300g peeled
75 g unsalted butter melted and slightly cooled
150 g granulated sugar
1 large egg room temperature
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp fine salt
180 g all-purpose flour
80 g chopped walnuts or chocolate chips optional

Method

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan with butter or line with parchment paper.
Peel the ripe bananas into a large bowl and mash thoroughly with a fork until almost smooth.
Pour the melted butter into the mashed bananas and stir to combine. Add the sugar and mix well. Beat in the egg then stir in the vanilla extract.
Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the batter and stir to incorporate. Add the flour and fold gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in walnuts or chocolate chips if using. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 55 to 65 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes then turn out onto a wire rack for at least 20 more minutes before slicing.

Notes

Use very ripe or black bananas for the best flavour. Do not overmix once flour is added. Store wrapped at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

Introduction to Banana Bread

This banana bread recipe is the easiest way to transform overripe bananas into a moist, delicious loaf that can be enjoyed for breakfast, dessert, or as a snack.

Ingredients You’ll Need

To make a basic banana bread, gather the following ingredients:

3-4 ripe bananas, mashed
1/3 cup melted butter
1 teaspoon baking soda
Pinch of salt
3/4 cup sugar (can reduce to 1/2 cup if desired)
1 large egg, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour

Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these simple steps to bake your banana bread:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
Stir in the melted butter, then add the baking soda and salt.
Mix in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
Finally, stir in the flour until just combined (overmixing can lead to dense bread).
Pour the mixture into a greased loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes.
Cool the bread in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Once cooled, your banana bread is ready to be sliced and enjoyed!