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Easy One-Bowl BEST Banana Bread Recipe - House of Nash Eats

Easy One-Bowl BEST Banana Bread

This super moist and delicious banana bread recipe is incredibly easy to make using just one bowl. It's perfect for using up overripe bananas and features a rich flavor profile with the perfect balance of sweetness and spices. The simple preparation and wonderful results make it ideal for both beginner and experienced bakers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 3-4 ripe bananas (about 2 cups mashed)
  • 1/3 cup salted butter, melted
  • 3/4 cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups (212g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (plus extra for topping if desired)

Equipment

  • 8.5x4.5-inch loaf pan
  • large mixing bowl
  • wooden spoon
  • wire rack

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Lightly grease and flour an 8.5x4.5-inch loaf pan or spray with baking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas with the melted butter, then add the sugar, egg, and vanilla. Stir well with a large wooden spoon.
  3. Sprinkle the baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt over the banana mixture. Stir to combine.
  4. Add flour and walnuts or chocolate chips (if desired), and stir just until no streaks of flour remain. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  5. Bake for 50-60 minutes, until a knife inserted in the center of the loaf comes out clean. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely.

Notes

Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for best sweetness and texture. Don't overmix the batter after adding flour. For variations, try adding chocolate chips, walnuts, citrus zest, or coconut. Freezes well for up to 3 months.