Classic Banana Bread

There’s nothing quite like the smell of banana bread baking in the oven, sweet, familiar, and full of comfort. This recipe keeps things simple, letting the natural flavor of ripe bananas shine through with just the right touch of cinnamon and warmth. Whether it’s a quiet morning or a shared slice with coffee, this loaf brings a little joy to everyday moments.

Classic Banana Bread

Course: Breakfast, DessertDifficulty: Easy

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

1

hour 

Ingredients

• 3 ripe bananas, mashed

• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted

• 3/4 cup (150g) sugar
  

• 2 large eggs
  

• 1 tsp vanilla extract
  

• 2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
  

• 1 tsp baking soda
  

• 1/4 tsp salt
  

• Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or dark chocolate chips

• 1 tsp baking powder

• 1 tsp cinnamon

Directions

• Preheat oven to 175°C. Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  
• In a large bowl, mash bananas. Whisk in melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
• In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking soda, and salt.
  
• Add dry ingredients to the banana mixture. Stir gently until just combined. Fold in any add-ins.
  
• Pour batter into loaf pan. Bake 55–60 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  
• Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack

Notes

• Tips & Variations
  Use very ripe (almost black) bananas for maximum flavor.
  Swap half the flour for whole wheat for a hearty version.
  Add a sprinkle of brown sugar on top for a crackly crust.

Whether it’s served warm with a pat of butter or wrapped up for a friend, this banana bread is the kind of simple comfort that never goes out of season. It’s a reminder that even the ripest bananas have a second act and that the best recipes are the ones we return to, again and again.