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Classic Homemade Banana Bread

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A moist and delicious easy banana bread recipe made with ripe bananas and simple ingredients.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings

Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth.
  3. Stir in melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture and stir until just combined.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let cool before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Use overripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • This bread can be frozen for later use—wrap tightly in plastic wrap and aluminum foil before freezing.
  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 65 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 220 kcal
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 44mg