Classic Banana Bread on a plate

Desserts & Baking · Easy

Classic Banana Bread

This classic banana bread is moist, tender, and packed with ripe banana flavor, made from a simple one-bowl batter that bakes in about an hour.

15Prep min
60Cook min
75Total min
  • 3 largevery ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cupbutter, melted
  • 3/4 cupsugar
  • 1egg
  • 1 teaspoonvanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoonbaking soda
  • to taste a pinch of salt
  • 1.5 cupsall-purpose flour
  1. 1Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. 2In a large bowl, mix the mashed bananas with the melted butter.
  3. 3Stir in the sugar, egg, and vanilla.
  4. 4Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and stir in.
  5. 5Add the flour and mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
  6. 6Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 55-60 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. 7Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Make it yours

  • Add chopped walnuts or pecans.
  • Fold in chocolate chips for a sweeter treat.
  • Swirl in a spoonful of peanut butter before baking.

Good with

  • A pat of butter while warm
  • A cup of coffee or tea
  • A drizzle of honey

Good questions, answered.

How ripe should the bananas be?

The riper and more spotted the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful the bread will be; very brown bananas work best.

Can I freeze banana bread?

Yes, wrap the cooled loaf tightly and freeze for up to 3 months; thaw at room temperature before serving.