Perfectly moist, tender, and bursting with natural sweetness, this Easy Banana Bread recipe is the ultimate classic comfort food. Made with overripe bananas, pantry staples like flour and sugar, and a touch of vanilla, this one-bowl wonder comes together in just 15 minutes of prep time. The addition of melted butter ensures a rich, buttery flavor while keeping the texture irresistibly soft. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or sliced and toasted the next day, this homemade banana bread is ideal for breakfast, a snack, or dessert. Plus, no special equipment is needed—just mash, mix, and bake! Perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, this recipe guarantees a golden, delicious loaf every time. Don't let those ripe bananas go to waste—whip up this easy, crowd-pleasing treat today!
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
Add the melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas and mix until combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Calories |
2956 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 108.8 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.5 g | 322% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 630 mg | 210% | |
| Sodium | 2597 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 465.5 g | 169% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.8 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 244.7 g | ||
| Protein | 42.3 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 132 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 13.8 mg | 77% | |
| Potassium | 1695 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.