Why You’ll Love This Easy Banana Bread Recipe
- ✅ One bowl – minimal cleanup
- ✅ No mixer needed
- ✅ Freezer-friendly
- ✅ Naturally sweetened options available
- ✅ Customizable with add-ins like nuts, chocolate, or almond flour
This is the kind of recipe you’ll come back to again and again, whether you’re a beginner baker or a seasoned pro.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- 3 ripe bananas (the riper, the better)
- 1/2 cup melted coconut oil or vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (or use honey/maple syrup for no refined sugar)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (sub with almond flour for gluten-free option)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, dark chocolate chips, or Greek yogurt for added moisture
🛒 Tip: Use organic ingredients like Bob’s Red Mill Almond Flour or Simply Organic Vanilla Extract for the best flavor.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, mash bananas with a fork until smooth.
- Add the melted oil, sugar (or sweetener), eggs, and vanilla. Stir until combined.
- Sift in flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix until just combined (don’t overmix!).
- Fold in optional ingredients like nuts, yogurt, or chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50–55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Expert Tips for the Best Banana Bread
- 🍌 Use overripe bananas with brown spots—sweeter and softer
- 🥣 For a healthier twist, try no sugar banana bread using maple syrup or mashed dates
- 🧁 Want muffins instead? Pour batter into a muffin tin and bake for 18–22 minutes
Variations You’ll Love
| Type | Substitution | Flavor Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Gluten-free | Almond flour | Nutty texture |
| Dairy-free | Coconut oil | Tropical aroma |
| No sugar | Maple syrup or dates | Natural sweetness |
| Extra moist | Add Greek yogurt | Rich texture |
💡 Tip: Try this healthy banana bread with yogurt (soon) recipe twist for more protein and creaminess.
FAQ: Banana Bread Easy Recipe
❓ Can I make banana bread without butter?
Yes! This recipe uses oil, which gives it an extra moist texture. Coconut oil or avocado oil work best.
❓ How do I store banana bread?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
❓ Can I make this banana bread vegan?
Yes – simply replace eggs with flax eggs (1 tbsp ground flax + 3 tbsp water per egg).
❓ What flour can I use for a healthier version?
You can swap all-purpose flour with almond flour, whole wheat flour, or even oat flour for a nutrient boost.
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This banana bread easy recipe is everything you want in a classic bake—simple, cozy, and endlessly adaptable. Whether you’re making it for your family or meal prepping breakfast, it’s guaranteed to become your go-to loaf.
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