Banana Bread

This homemade banana bread is the ultimate comfort dessert that fills your kitchen with an irresistible warm aroma. Made with ripe bananas, warm spices, and simple pantry ingredients, this recipe produces a perfectly moist and fluffy loaf with a golden crust every single time. Whether you have overripe bananas sitting on the counter or simply crave a cozy homemade treat, this easy banana bread recipe is the one you will keep coming back to.

⏱Prep Time

10 minutes

⏱Cook Time

50 minutes

⏱Total Time

1 hour

🥘 Servings

8 Serving

Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup butter, melted
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
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🍽 Serving Suggestion

Serve the banana bread warm with a spread of butter or a drizzle of honey. It pairs perfectly with a hot cup of coffee, tea, or a glass of cold milk for a cozy and satisfying treat.

Nutrition (Approximate)

Calories: 280 kcal        Protein: 5 g
Carbohydrates: 42 g        Fat: 11 g

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a loaf pan with butter.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
  3. Add the melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and mix well.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined — do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the chopped walnuts if using.
  7. Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 50 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Slice and serve warm or at room temperature.

⭐ Tips

  • Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for the sweetest and most flavorful bread
  • Do not overmix the batter — this keeps the bread moist and fluffy
  • Add chocolate chips for an extra indulgent twist
  • Wrap leftover slices in plastic wrap — they keep fresh for up to 3 days at room temperature