An easy, tried-and-true Banana Bread recipe that never disappoints. Just a few basic pantry staples and those overripe bananas sitting on your counter are all you need to make this homemade, from-scratch banana bread that's packed with flavor and nostalgia.
This recipe is incredibly simple and comes together in just one bowl, perfect for busy mornings or last-minute baking cravings. It's moist, sweet, and so versatile. And if you're anything like me, you never need an excuse to make banana bread, or to eat it!
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I never have to ask if anyone wants banana bread, husband and kids will gobble it as soon as it cool enough to wat it! We love bananas around here (you may have noticed by the number of banana recipes on my blog-from Banana Pudding to Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins). So I'm always looking for ways to use up those last few spotted bananas no one wants to eat.
Key Ingredients & Substitutions
- Very Ripe Bananas - For the best flavor and texture, your bananas should be soft and heavily speckled. That's when they're perfect!
- Brown Sugar - Adds a richer, complex flavor and helps keep the bread moist thanks to the molasses.
- Melted Butter - My go-to for flavor and richness, but vegetable oil or melted coconut oil can be substituted.
- Cinnamon - A hint of warm spice that pairs beautifully with bananas (and makes your kitchen smell amazing while it bakes).
Want banana nut bread? Go ahead and add in ½ cup of toasted walnuts or pecans!
How To Make Banana Bread
Just a few simple ingredients and easy steps are all you need to make this cozy, delicious banana bread.
STEP 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
STEP 2
In a large bowl, mash 3-4 bananas until smooth. You will need about 1 ½ cups mashed.
STEP 3
Whisk in melted butter, both sugars, eggs, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
STEP 4
Add in flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Stir until just combined.
STEP 5
Pour into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
STEP 6
Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy!
💡Expert Tip
Use overripe bananas for the best banana flavor! The peels should have lots of brown spots all over them.
This classic banana bread recipe is always a hit in my house! I hope it becomes a favorite in your house too!
-Sky🩷
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Banana Bread Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 medium bananas overripe
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- In a large bowl, mash 3-4 bananas until smooth. You will need about 1 ½ cups mashed.
- Whisk in ½ cup melted butter, ½ cup brown sugar, ½ cup granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, and 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Add in 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ¼ teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Stir until just combined.
- Pour into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
- Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy!
Notes
- Use bananas that are well past their prime-those spotted, brown ones that look like they belong in the compost bin are perfect for banana bread.
- Customize your mix-ins. I love walnuts, but pecans, hazelnuts, or chocolate chips are all great options too.
- Don't overmix the batter. Stir just until the dry ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Freeze it! This recipe freezes beautifully. You can wrap individual slices or the whole loaf once it's cooled for an easy make-ahead treat.
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