Easy Banana Bread Recipe

Perfectly sweet with a soft, tender crumb, banana bread is a very quick-fix recipe for a healthy breakfast, a pick-me-up snack, or even a dessert!

This homemade banana bread is moist, flavorful, and easy to make with simple pantry ingredients.

Made with ripe bananas, butter, and eggs, this super moist banana nut bread can be customized with nuts, chocolate chips, or warm spices for extra flavor.

Perfect to pair with your morning coffee or toss into your kid’s lunches on busy mornings.

Secret to the Best Banana Bread Recipe

The secret to the best banana bread recipe is to start with spotty and overripe bananas lying on your countertop.

These overripe gems bring a level of moistness and natural sweetness that unripe bananas simply cannot offer.

My daughter Layla loves this banana bread and asks me for it alot. She enjoys it with a nice glass of milk, that’s how she likes to eat it. 

The banana gives a delicious and natural moist to this cake. 

Why You’ll Love This Banana Bread

• Perfectly Moist – The combination of mashed bananas, butter, and milk ensures a tender crumb and moist texture.
• Easy to Make – Simple pantry ingredients and straightforward steps make this ideal for beginners. All you have to do is mix all the ingredients and leave the heavy work in the oven.
• Customizable – You can add nuts, chocolate chips, or even a swirl of cinnamon for extra flavor.
• Great for Meal Prep – Banana bread keeps well in a refrigerator for a week, making it an excellent option for meal prep. Make ahead and enjoy a nutritious breakfast snack all week long!

Ingredients to make this Banana Bread :

• 2 cup flour : I’m using all-purpose flour for quick breads such as banana bread
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp baking soda : In this recipe, we need both Baking Power and baking soda which is give the loaf its lift.
• 1 stick butter : Many banana bread recipes use vegetable oil, which does yield a slightly moister. But I like using butter for the flavor.
• 1 cup sugar
• 2 eggs : They bind, leaven, moisten, they even aid in browning. 
• 3 banana : Always use extra-ripe bananas with sugar spots.
• 1 cup nut 
• 2 tbsp milk : I’m using whole milk for the recipe.

How to Make Banana Bread

PREHEAT AND PREPARE

Preheat the oven to 160°C (325°F), and mix the flour, salt, baking powder, and baking soda in a bowl.

CREAM BUTTER AND SUGAR

Beat the sugar and butter until creamy.

ADD EGGS

Add the eggs one by one, ensuring the first egg is well incorporated before adding the second.

MIX IN BANANAS, NUTS, AND MILK

Add the mashed bananas, nuts, and milk, and beat until incorporated.

COMBINE WITH DRY INGREDIENTS

Add the flour mixture and mix well.

BAKE THE BANANA BREAD

Pour the dough into a buttered and floured loaf pan. Bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

COOL BEFORE SERVING

Leave to cool for 20 minutes before removing from the mold.

You can also make banana bread muffins with this recipe.

Tips for the Best Banana Bread

Use Overripe Bananas : The riper, the better! Overripe bananas add natural sweetness and moisture.

Don’t Overmix : Stir just until combined to keep the bread light and tender.

Add Mix-ins : Try chocolate chips, dried fruit, or shredded coconut for a twist.

Enhance with Spices : A teaspoon of cinnamon or nutmeg can deepen the flavor.

Let it Cool : One of the best ways to achieve clean slices of bread is to allow it to cool before slicing. This allows the bread to ‘set’ and thus have a cleaner slice.

What to serve with Banana Bread?

Banana bread is one of the most versatile snacks that pairs perfectly with a lot of your favorite sides :

Serve it with butter, peanut butter, cream cheese, or a drizzle of honey for added richness.

You can also enjoy it with a hot cup of coffee, tea, or a glass of milk for a cozy treat.

For a balanced meal, serve it with fresh fruit, yogurt, or a smoothie, or turn it into a dessert with Nutella, whipped cream, or maple syrup.

Can you freeze Banana Bread?

Yes, you can freeze banana bread. The best way to freeze banana bread is to wrap individual pieces of bread in plastic wrap and then wrap the plastic wrapped bread in aluminum foil.

If you wrap it tightly enough, it’s possible to freeze banana bread for up to 2 months.

How do you know when banana bread is done?

Banana bread is done when a toothpick or knife inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.

The top should be golden brown, and the bread should feel firm yet springy to the touch.

Baking usually takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes at 160°C (325°F), but oven times may vary.