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Best Moist Banana Bread Recipe | Easy Homemade Banana Bread with Ripe Bananas

Moist & Easy Homemade Banana Bread

This moist homemade banana bread recipe turns simple ripe bananas into the best banana bread ever. It’s soft, naturally sweet, full of flavor, and made with pantry ingredients—perfect for breakfast, snacks, or even gifting! No fancy steps and no mixer required.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 People
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 medium ripe bananas mashed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted or neutral oil
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar or brown sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • Optional: 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1/2 cup chocolate chips or walnuts

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Fork or potato masher
  • Whisk or silicone spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • Oven
  • Cooling rack
  • Parchment paper (optional)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a standard loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mash the ripe bananas until mostly smooth.
  3. Add melted butter (or oil), sugar, eggs, and vanilla. Mix until combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
  5. Add the dry ingredients into the banana mixture and stir gently. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in chocolate chips or walnuts if you like.
  7. Pour the batter into your loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool fully.
  10. Slice and enjoy

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Notes

  • Riper bananas = sweeter banana bread. Dark brown speckled bananas work best.
  • Substitute brown sugar for extra flavor and moisture.
  • Swap butter with coconut oil or vegetable oil for dairy-free.
  • Add-ins like walnuts, pecans, blueberries, or chocolate chips make it extra special.
  • Store covered at room temperature for 3–4 days, or freeze for up to 2 months.
This easy banana bread recipe is a staple for anyone who loves baking simple and delicious homemade treats. With its moist texture, rich banana flavor, and endless customization options, it’s sure to become your go-to recipe whenever you have ripe bananas on hand. Enjoy it for breakfast, in lunch boxes, or as a cozy evening snack—it's always a hit