This easy banana bread recipe is soft, moist and perfect when you have ripe bananas at home. It is simple to make and works great for breakfast, tea time, lunch boxes or a quick homemade snack.
The best thing about banana bread is that it uses basic ingredients and gives a sweet, soft texture without needing any fancy decoration.
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup sugar
- ½ cup oil or melted butter
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla essence
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon powder optional
- ¼ cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C / 350°F. Grease a loaf pan and line it with baking paper.
- Mash the ripe bananas in a bowl until smooth.
- Add sugar, oil, eggs and vanilla essence. Mix well until everything is combined.
- In another bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon powder.
- Add the dry ingredients into the banana mixture and mix gently. Do not overmix.
- Add walnuts or chocolate chips if you like.
- Pour the batter into the loaf pan and bake for 45–55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let it cool before slicing.
Tips
- Use very ripe bananas for better sweetness.
- Do not overmix the batter.
- Add chocolate chips for a dessert-style banana bread.
- Store in an airtight box for 2–3 days.
FAQs
Can I make banana bread without eggs?
Yes, you can replace each egg with ¼ cup yogurt or applesauce.
Can I use butter instead of oil?
Yes, melted butter gives a richer flavor, while oil makes it softer.
How do I know banana bread is done?
Insert a toothpick in the center. If it comes out clean, it is ready.
