Easy Banana Bread Recipe

Easy Banana Bread Recipe

12 servings
This Easy Banana Bread Recipe is the absolute BEST! It is moist, packed with bananas, sweetened with brown sugar, and baked in a cake pan for even and quick cooking. No mixer needed, grab a bowl and whisk, this bread is ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • unsalted butter

    melted and cooled slightly

    ½ c
  • packed light brown sugar

    make sure it is fresh and soft

    ⅝ c
  • eggs
    2 large
  • scant cups mashed very ripe bananas

    about 3-4 bananas

    2
  • pure vanilla extract
    2 tsp
  • all purpose flour
    1 ¾ c
  • baking soda
    1 tsp
  • salt
    ¼ tsp
  • light brown sugar

    more, if desired

    ¼ c

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F. 

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and 2/3 cup brown sugar until well combined, about 1 minute. Add eggs, mashed banana, and vanilla, whisking until combined.

  3. 3

    In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda and salt. Add dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and use a rubber spatula to lightly stir the batter until no streaks of flour remain. Be careful not to over mix.

  4. 4

    Grease a 9x9 square baking pan and add the batter to the pan. Smooth into an even layer. Sprinkle the top of the batter with 1/4 cup (or more) brown sugar. Bake for 20-25 minutes, rotating once during the bake time. The bread is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Place on a wire rack to cool.

Easy Banana Bread Recipe

Easy Banana Bread Recipe

32 min12 servings212 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving the ultimate comfort of homemade banana bread without all the fuss? This Easy Banana Bread Recipe is your new go-to, delivering incredible flavor with minimal effort and no special equipment. It's the perfect treat for any time of day, baked to perfection right in your own kitchen.

What makes this the absolute best is its brilliant simplicity and efficient design. You won't need a stand mixer; just grab a bowl and whisk to bring this delicious batter together. By baking it in a cake pan, this recipe ensures incredibly even cooking and is out of the oven in just 25 minutes, making fresh banana bread a quick reality.

Prepare for a wonderfully moist and tender crumb, bursting with the sweet, deep flavor of very ripe bananas. The packed light brown sugar lends a beautiful caramel-like richness that complements the fruit perfectly, creating a truly comforting experience. Each generous slice, at 212 calories, offers a satisfyingly rich yet familiar taste, ideal for a cozy morning or an afternoon pick-me-up. This bread is designed to be deeply flavorful and incredibly tender.

While this banana bread shines on its own, you can adjust the amount of brown sugar topping to your preference, adding a little more if you desire an extra touch of sweetness and a slightly caramelized crust.

This delightful banana bread is perfect for a comforting breakfast, a satisfying afternoon snack, or even a simple dessert. Serve slices warm alongside your favorite coffee or tea for a truly enjoyable moment.

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