Easy Banana Bread
A simple and delicious banana bread recipe that transforms ripe bananas into a fluffy, flavorful loaf, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed Use super ripe bananas for the best flavor.
- 1/2 cup sugar Can substitute half brown sugar for a caramel flavor.
- 1 large egg Can use a flaxseed egg to make it vegan.
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Gluten-free flour blends can be used as a substitute.
- 1/3 cup melted butter Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute.
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips Optional, but highly recommended for kids.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mash the ripe bananas using a fork until smooth.
- Mix in the sugar, egg, melted butter, and flour until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Fold in chocolate chips if desired.
Baking
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Storage: Wrap cooled banana bread in plastic wrap and store in a zip-top bag for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze slices. Thaw or microwave to enjoy later. Avoid refrigerating as it can dry out the bread.