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One Bowl Banana Bread

Moist One Bowl Banana Bread That'll Brighten Your Day

Enjoy a delicious One Bowl Banana Bread made with ripe bananas, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 3-4 pieces Overripe Bananas Use ones with brown spots for maximum sweetness.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Add richness; substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Consider raw or coconut sugar as alternatives.
  • 2 large Eggs Using room temperature eggs helps them incorporate better.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla for the best result.
  • 1½ cups All-Purpose Flour Whole wheat flour can provide a healthier twist.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it’s fresh for optimal rise.
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Powder Complements baking soda for an airy loaf.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adjust according to your taste.
  • a pinch Salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. Mash about 3–4 overripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth and creamy.
  3. Stir in ½ cup of melted unsalted butter into the mashed bananas until fully combined.
  4. Mix in 1 cup of granulated sugar, followed by 2 large eggs and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  5. Fold in 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, ½ teaspoon of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
  6. Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for about 60 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For variation, add chocolate chips or nuts to enhance the classic recipe.

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