Moist Banana Bread with 2 Bananas
This moist and flavorful banana bread recipe is perfect when you have just two ripe bananas. Simple ingredients, minimal prep, and rich banana flavor make it a cozy go-to for breakfast, dessert, or a coffee-time snack.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Fork
- Loaf Pan (9x5 inch)
- Oven
- Wire Rack
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas mashed
- 0.33 cup melted butter
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg beaten
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- salt pinch
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan (5 minutes).
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth (2 minutes).
- Stir in the melted butter, followed by the granulated sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract (3 minutes).
- Mix in the baking soda and a pinch of salt. Gradually stir in the flour just until combined (3 minutes).
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing (15 minutes).
Notes
Customize this banana bread with nuts, chocolate chips, or a cinnamon swirl for added flavor. Wrap tightly and store at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.