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4 Ingredient Banana Bread

A simple and budget-friendly recipe for delicious banana bread using just four ingredients: bananas, flour, sugar, and eggs.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 pieces ripe bananas Use overripe bananas for natural sweetness.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Can substitute with whole wheat or gluten-free flour.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Can substitute with brown sugar or natural sweeteners.
  • 2 pieces eggs Can substitute with flax eggs for a vegan option.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  • In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  • Add the eggs and sugar to the mashed bananas and whisk until well combined.
  • Gradually fold in the flour until just combined; avoid overmixing.

Baking

  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  • Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Cooling

  • Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
  • Let it cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week.
Keyword 4 ingredient recipe, Banana Bread, beginner-friendly, budget-friendly, Easy Baking