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A loaf of banana bread topped with walnuts, sliced and served on a brown plate with additional walnuts and a red cloth in the background.

Easy Banana Bread Recipe

This banana bread recipe is simple, quick, and perfect for four people. Mash 2 ripe bananas, mix with sugar, melted butter, an egg, and vanilla extract. Combine with flour, baking soda, and salt, then fold in optional add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40–45 minutes. Use a toothpick to check doneness, and let the bread cool before slicing. It's moist, flavorful, and a great way to use ripe bananas. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ripe bananas mashed
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup melted butter or vegetable oil
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a small loaf pan.
  2. Mash the bananas in a bowl until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together sugar, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
  4. Add the mashed bananas to the wet mixture and stir well.
  5. Combine flour, baking soda, and salt in another bowl. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
  6. Fold in optional add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips if using.
  7. Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan. Spread evenly.
  8. Bake for around 40–45. However, you have to keep an eye on it and make sure it is well baked. Add more cooking time if needed.
  9. Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, and then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.