Banana bread recipe made with overripe bananas for a soft, moist loaf packed with natural banana flavor. This easy homemade quick bread comes together with simple pantry ingredients and bakes into a golden loaf with a tender crumb. It's perfect for breakfast, afternoon snacks, or enjoying with a cup of coffee.
Why you'll love this recipe
- ✓The perfect way to use overripe bananas instead of letting them go to waste.
- ✓A simple one-bowl recipe using everyday pantry ingredients.
- ✓Great for breakfast, brunch, snacks, or dessert.
Prep
15 min
Cook
55 min
Total
70 min
Yield
1 loaf (10 slices)
Ingredients
- 3 very ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
- 2Mash the bananas well in a large bowl, then mix in the melted butter.
- 3Stir in the sugar, egg, and vanilla.
- 4Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and stir in, then add the flour and mix just until no dry streaks remain.
- 5Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 55-60 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- 6Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes & Tips
- The blacker the banana peels, the sweeter and more flavorful the bread.
- Don't overmix once the flour goes in — that's what keeps the crumb tender.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I add nuts or chocolate chips?
Yes — fold in 1/2 cup of either along with the flour.
How do I store banana bread?
Wrap tightly and store at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze slices for up to 3 months.
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