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One Bowl Banana Bread

Ultimate One Bowl Banana Bread: Moist, Easy & Irresistible!

This One Bowl Banana Bread is moist and easy to make, featuring simple ingredients for a delicious treat.
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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: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 large bananas Use overripe bananas for natural sweetness and moisture.
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted; coconut oil can be swapped in for a dairy-free alternative.
  • ⅔ cup granulated sugar Substitute with coconut or raw sugar if desired.
  • 2 large eggs room temperature; replace with flaxseed meal for egg-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract secret ingredient that elevates the flavor.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour A gluten-free flour blend can be used for dietary restrictions.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda helps the bread rise.
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder works with baking soda for extra leavening.
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon infuses warmth and depth.
  • ¼ teaspoon salt balances sweetness.

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • fork or potato masher
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash 3 overripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Stir in ½ cup melted unsalted butter into the mashed bananas.
  4. Whisk in ⅔ cup granulated sugar, 2 eggs, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  5. Fold in 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, ½ teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and ¼ teaspoon salt.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for approximately 60 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Customize the recipe with nuts or chocolate chips as desired. Overripe bananas elevate sweetness.

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