Easy Homemade Banana Bread Recipe: My Go-To! (Print Version)

Easy Homemade Banana Bread Recipe for cozy moments. My personal, go-to recipe for soft, moist banana bread, perfect for any time.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 55-65 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 70 minutes
Servings: 8-10 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian

# Ingredients:

→ The Wet Dream Team

01 - 3 very ripe medium bananas, mashed (about 1 cup)
02 - 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
03 - 1/2 cup (113g) unsalted butter, melted
04 - 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar

→ Dry Mix Magic

05 - 1 1/2 cups (180g) all-purpose flour
06 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Flavor Boosters & Optional Fun

08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
09 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
10 - 1/2 cup (85g) chocolate chips or chopped nuts (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - First things first, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). While it's warming up, grab a 9x5 inch loaf pan. I always grease mine with butter and then dust it with a little flour – that way, I know my precious Easy Homemade Banana Bread Recipe won't stick! It's such a bummer when you bake something perfect only for it to cling to the pan, right? I learned that the hard way after a few too many wrestling matches with my loaves. This step just ensures a smooth release.
02 - Next, grab your very ripe bananas and mash them up in a medium bowl. I like to use a fork; it gives me a bit more control over the consistency. I aim for mostly smooth with just a few small lumps for texture – not too chunky, though, remember my "chunky monkey surprise" disaster? Oops! This is where all that natural sweetness and moisture really start to shine for our Easy Homemade Banana Bread Recipe.
03 - In a separate large bowl, whisk together your melted butter, granulated sugar, and eggs until they're nicely combined. Then, stir in the mashed bananas and vanilla extract. Oh, the smell of that sweet banana-vanilla mix? Pure heaven, honestly! Make sure everything is well incorporated; it's the foundation for a perfectly moist loaf.
04 - In another bowl (yes, more bowls, I know!), whisk together your flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Giving these dry ingredients a good whisk ensures they're evenly distributed throughout the Easy Homemade Banana Bread Recipe. This step helps prevent any pockets of unmixed baking soda, which I've totally had happen before – not a pleasant surprise!
05 - Now, pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients. Mix until *just* combined. Seriously, don't overmix! Overmixing is the enemy of tender banana bread; it can lead to a tough loaf. I usually stop as soon as I don't see any streaks of dry flour. If you're adding chocolate chips or nuts, gently fold them in now. Don't be afraid of a few lumps in the batter; that's totally normal for this Easy Homemade Banana Bread Recipe!
06 - Pour your batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Around the 45-minute mark, the smell is just incredible – your whole house will smell like a warm, cozy bakery! I usually start checking then. If the top is browning too quickly, you can loosely tent it with foil. Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. The final result: a beautiful, golden-brown loaf, perfectly moist and smelling divine!

# Notes:

01 - Don't overmix the batter; it makes it tough! Freeze individual portions for easy grab-and-go. Brown sugar is a great swap if you're out of white sugar. A warm slice with a pat of butter and flaky sea salt? Pure bliss!

# Equipment Needed:

01 - 9x5 inch loaf pan
02 - mixing bowls
03 - whisk
04 - spatula
05 - measuring cups and spoons

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 300 kcal
Total Fat: 12g
Total Carbohydrate: 45g
Protein: 4g

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