Description
Indulge in the delightful simplicity of our One-Bowl BEST Banana Bread Recipe. Perfect for banana lovers, this recipe transforms overripe bananas into a moist, flavorful loaf with minimal effort and cleanup. Whether you’re enjoying it for breakfast, as a snack, or as a comforting dessert, this easy one-bowl method ensures you can whip it up quickly without the hassle of multiple dishes. The rich flavor and fluffy texture will make this banana bread a favorite for any occasion. Customize it with your choice of nuts or chocolate chips to elevate your baking experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 to 3 medium very ripe bananas (about 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 cups mashed)
- 1/3 cup melted butter (unsalted or salted)
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 large beaten egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and butter an 8×4-inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Stir in the melted butter.
- Add baking soda and salt; mix well. Incorporate sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until combined.
- Gradually fold in the flour until just mixed.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55 to 65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for five minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg