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Banana Bread Recipe

The Ultimate Banana Bread Recipe: Moist, Fluffy, and Irresistible

This banana bread recipe is easy, moist, and delicious—perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. It uses simple ingredients, requires minimal prep time, and is highly customizable with nuts, chocolate chips, or cinnamon.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 49 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 Slices
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 9x5-inch loaf pan For baking
  • 1 Mixing bowl For dry ingredients
  • 1 Large bowl For wet ingredients
  • 1 Whisk/spoon For mixing
  • 1 Masher/fork For mashing bananas
  • 1 set Measuring cup/spoons For accurate measurements

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon (optional)

Wet Ingredients

  • 3 overripe Bananas (mashed)
  • ½ cup Unsalted butter (melted)
  • ¾ cup Brown sugar or granulated sugar
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • ½ cup Plain yogurt or milk

Optional Add-ins

  • ½ cup Chopped walnuts or pecans
  • ½ cup Chocolate chips
  • 1 tablespoon Honey (for extra sweetness)

Instructions
 

Preheat and Prepare

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.

Mix Dry Ingredients

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.

Prepare Wet Ingredients

  • In a large bowl, mash bananas until smooth.
  • Add melted butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and yogurt. Mix well.

Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures

  • Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir until just combined. (Do not overmix!)

Fold in Extras

  • If using, gently fold in nuts or chocolate chips.

Bake to Perfection

  • Pour batter into the greased loaf pan.
  • Bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack.

Notes

Nutrition Facts (Per Slice – Approximate)

Nutrient Amount
Calories 250 kcal
Carbohydrates 35g
Protein 4g
Fat 10g
Fiber 2g
Sugar 15g
 

Notes

  • 🍌 Use overripe bananas – The browner, the better! This enhances sweetness and flavor.
  • ✅ Check doneness properly – Insert a toothpick in the center; if it comes out clean, it's fully baked.
  • 🏡 Storage:
    • Room temperature – Up to 3 days in an airtight container.
    • Refrigerator – Stays fresh for a week.
    • Freezer – Can be stored for up to 3 months (wrap slices individually).
  • 🔥 Reheat:
    • Microwave a slice for 15-20 seconds for a soft texture.
    • Lightly toast for a crispy edge and warm center.
Keyword Banana bread, Easy banana bread, Moist banana bread, Quick bread recipe