Description

This Classic Homemade Banana Bread is incredibly moist, soft, and full of sweet banana flavor. With a tender crumb and a beautifully golden crust, it’s perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or dessert. It’s an easy one-bowl recipe that comes together with simple pantry ingredients and is a great way to use up ripe bananas.

 Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

•  2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
•  1 teaspoon baking soda
•  ½ teaspoon salt
•  1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

Wet Ingredients

•  3 large ripe bananas, mashed
•  2 large eggs
•  ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted
•  ¾ cup (150g) brown sugar
•  1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Add-Ins

•  ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
•  ½ cup chocolate chips

 Step-by-Step Instructions

 Preheat the Oven

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
• Grease and line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.

 Mix the Dry Ingredients

• In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

 Mix the Wet Ingredients

• In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
• Add the melted butter and brown sugar.
• Whisk in the eggs one at a time.
• Stir in the vanilla extract.

 Combine

• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
• Stir gently until just combined.
• Fold in the nuts or chocolate chips if using.
• Avoid overmixing.

 Bake

• Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
• Smooth the top with a spatula.
• Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

 Cool

• Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
• Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely before slicing.

 Tips

•  Very ripe bananas create the sweetest, most flavorful bread.
•  Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread soft.
•  Cover loosely with foil if the top browns too quickly.
•  Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
•  Freeze slices for up to 3 months.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use frozen bananas?
Yes! Thaw them completely and drain any excess liquid before mashing.

Q: Can I reduce the sugar?
Yes, you can reduce it to ½ cup if your bananas are very ripe.

Q: Can I make muffins instead?
Absolutely! Divide the batter into a muffin tin and bake for 18–22 minutes.

Q: How do I know when it’s done?
Insert a toothpick into the center. If it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs, the bread is ready.

 Servings

• Serves: 10 slices
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Bake Time: 55–65 minutes
• Total Time: About 1 hour 15 minutes

 Nutrition (Per Slice)

•  Calories: ~250
•  Carbohydrates: 34g
•  Protein: 4g
•  Fat: 11g
•  Fiber: 2g
•  Sugar: 17g
•  Sodium: 180mg

Enjoy this moist, buttery Banana Bread warm with butter, cream cheese, or your favorite jam for a comforting homemade treat!