Easy Homestyle Banana Bread
Moist, flavorful, and wonderfully comforting, this *Easy Homestyle Banana Bread* is the perfect way to use up overripe bananas while filling your kitchen with irresistible aromas. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, this classic recipe features pantry staples like melted butter, vanilla extract, and all-purpose flour, making it delightfully simple yet rich in flavor. The batter comes together with ease, and optional mix-ins such as chocolate chips or crunchy nuts can be added for a personalized touch. With its soft texture and golden crust, this homemade banana bread is ideal for breakfast, snack time, or dessert. Whether served warm with a pat of butter or enjoyed on its own, this one-bowl recipe is sure to become a family favorite! Perfect for beginner bakers and seasoned pros alike, it's a timeless treat that's as comforting as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large ripe bananas
- 0.33 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup optional mix-ins (e.g., chocolate chips, nuts)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
Stir in the melted butter until fully incorporated.
Mix in the granulated sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture. Stir until evenly distributed.
Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
If using optional mix-ins like chocolate chips or nuts, fold them into the batter at this stage.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the banana bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2833 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.2 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 62.2 g | 311% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 356 mg | 118% | |
| Sodium | 2132 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 442.3 g | 161% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.6 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 240.3 g | ||
| Protein | 37.7 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 170 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1940 mg | 41% | |
*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.
