Sep 24 2026

Banana Bread Recipe

Time1h 25m
Serves8

Indulge in our freshly baked banana bread, a moist and flavorful delight that captures the essence of ripe bananas and warm spices. Each slice is perfectly sweetened, boasting a golden crust and a tender crumb, making it the ideal treat for breakfast or an afternoon snack. Enjoy it plain, or elevate your experience with a spread of creamy butter or a drizzle of honey.

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Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.

  2. 2

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Mix well and set aside.

  3. 3

    Mash Bananas

    In another bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.

  4. 4

    Combine Wet Ingredients

    Add the sugar, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Mix until well combined.

  5. 5

    Combine Mixtures

    Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.

  6. 6

    Pour into Pan

    Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.

  7. 7

    Bake

    Bake in the preheated oven for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  8. 8

    Cool and Serve

    Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

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