Classic Banana Bread

Moist, tender, and full of banana flavor — this classic banana bread is the perfect way to use up overripe bananas. A beloved American bake that's easy enough for beginners and delicious every time.

Prep
15 min
Cook
65 min
Servings
10
Calories
220
Difficulty
Easy
Cuisine
American
Classic Banana Bread - Desserts recipe

Ingredients

  • • 3 very ripe bananas, mashed
  • • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • • 1 large egg, beaten
  • • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • • Pinch of salt
  • • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Stir melted butter into the mashed bananas.
  4. Step 4: Mix in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle in the baking soda and salt, and stir to combine.
  6. Step 6: Add the flour and mix until just incorporated — do not overmix.
  7. Step 7: Fold in walnuts if using.
  8. Step 8: Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake 60–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Step 9: Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.