Easy Banana Bread Recipe
This is a classic American-style banana bread. Here's what you’ll need:
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk or wooden spoon
- 9×5-inch loaf pan
- Parchment paper (optional)
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted (or substitute with oil)
- ¾ cup sugar white or brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- Optional: ½ tsp cinnamon ½ cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips
- Pro Tip: The riper the bananas the sweeter and more flavorful your banana bread will be!
Instructions
- How to Make Easy Banana Bread (Step-by-Step)
- Step 1: Prep Your Oven and Pan
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
- Step 2: Mash the Bananas
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth.
- Step 3: Add Wet Ingredients
- Stir in the melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Step 4: Add Dry Ingredients
- Sprinkle in the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Stir gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Step 5: Fold in Extras (Optional)
- Add chocolate chips, nuts, or spices here.
- Step 6: Bake
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Step 7: Cool & Serve
- Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
Storage Tips
Room temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days. Fridge: Keeps fresh for up to 1 week. Freezer: Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.
Room temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days. Fridge: Keeps fresh for up to 1 week. Freezer: Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.