The Ultimate Moist Homemade Banana Bread
Bake the best moist homemade banana bread with this easy recipe. Perfect use for overripe bananas, creating a sweet, tender loaf for breakfast or snacks.
Introduction Passionnante par Sarah Baker
There is nothing quite like the smell of a moist homemade banana bread baking in the oven to make a house feel like a home. Over the years, I have tested dozens of variations, but I always come back to this classic, no-fuss version. It is the absolute best way to save those overripe bananas sitting on your counter from the trash bin, transforming them into a tender, sweet treat that pairs perfectly with your morning coffee.
What makes this recipe truly stand out is its simplicity and texture. We aren’t using fancy mixers here; just a bowl, a fork, and some love. The secret to that incredible crumb lies in using melted butter instead of oil, which gives the loaf a rich, buttery flavor that vegetable oil just can’t compete with. Whether you are an experienced baker or a complete novice looking for an easy breakfast recipe, this banana bread is foolproof and delivers consistent, delicious results every single time.
The Ultimate Moist Homemade Banana Bread
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 4x8-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.
- Mash Bananas: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
- Mix Ingredients: Mix in the baking soda and salt. Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Mix in the flour.
- Bake: Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50 minutes to 1 hour, or until a tester inserted into the center comes out clean.
Nutrition
Calories: 230 kcal | Protein: 3 g | Fat: 9 g | Sugar: 14 g