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Best Easy Banana Bread Recipe

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4.1 from 73 reviews

This Best Easy Banana Bread recipe is super moist, delicious, and incredibly simple to make. It features ripe bananas mashed and mixed with basic pantry ingredients like butter, sugar, eggs, and flour, enhanced with a hint of cinnamon and crunchy walnuts or chocolate chips for added flavor and texture. Perfect for using up overripe bananas and ideal for a comforting breakfast or snack. The bread freezes well and makes for a convenient treat anytime.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients

  • 3-4 ripe bananas (about 2 cups mashed)
  • 1/3 cup salted butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups (212g) all-purpose flour

Add-ins

  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips, plus extra for topping if desired

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350℉ (177℃). Lightly grease and flour an 8.5×4.5-inch loaf pan or spray it with baking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with the melted butter. Add the granulated sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Stir well using a large wooden spoon until all ingredients are combined thoroughly.
  3. Add Dry Ingredients: Sprinkle the baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt evenly over the banana mixture. Stir gently to incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture.
  4. Incorporate Flour and Add-Ins: Add the all-purpose flour and the chopped walnuts or chocolate chips to the bowl. Stir just until no streaks of flour remain—be careful not to overmix to maintain a tender crumb. Then pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  5. Bake the Bread: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean. This ensures the bread is fully cooked inside.
  6. Cool and Serve: Remove the loaf from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice into 10 thick slices and enjoy your delicious banana bread.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for the best natural sweetness and moisture.
  • If you prefer a dairy-free version, substitute salted butter with a plant-based alternative.
  • You can swap walnuts for chocolate chips or leave them out entirely to adjust the texture and taste.
  • Check the bread at 50 minutes to avoid overbaking; oven temperatures may vary.
  • This banana bread freezes well—wrap it tightly and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/best-easy-banana-bread-recipe/