One Bowl Banana Bread Recipe

This banana bread recipe offers a delightful blend of overripe bananas, aromatic vanilla, and a hint of crunchy walnuts if desired. The moist texture and rich flavor make each bite a heartwarming escape, ideal for pairing with your morning coffee or as a comforting snack throughout the day.

I recently discovered that making one bowl banana bread is as easy as it gets and it quickly became one of my favorite basic recipes. I use three overripe bananas mashed up to 1 1/2 cups which naturally sweetens the loaf and adds a boost of potassium.

I mix in 2 cups of all-purpose flour along with 3/4 cup granulated sugar so you get a balanced sweetness without being over the top. The melted butter (about 1/3 cup) keeps the bread moist while one large egg and a teaspoon of vanilla extract add extra flavor.

I also add a teaspoon of baking soda and a pinch of salt to help the bread rise beautifully. Sometimes I throw in 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts for an added crunch, though I usually stick to the classic recipe.

This moist and delicious banana bread goes perfectly with my morning coffee and makes a healthy, simple snack.

Why I Like this Recipe

1. I love how super easy this banana bread is to make because it only takes one bowl, which means way less clean-up later.
2. I like that its really moist and packed with flavor since I can use up all my overripe bananas that would probs go to waste anyway.
3. I dig that i can toss in some walnuts or pecans if im feeling a bit creative, giving it a nice crunchy twist.
4. Its perfect to go with my morning coffee and always brings back nostalgic memories of baking with my family.

Ingredients

• Bananas: They add natural sweetness, fiber and help make the bread really moist
• All-purpose Flour: It gives carbohydrates and structure so the bread holds together
• Sugar: This ingredient gives the mix its sweet taste though it adds extra calories
• Melted Butter: Provides a rich flavor and smooth texture with a bit of fat
• Egg: Offers protein and helps binding the ingredients into a firm batter
• Chopped Nuts: Optional but they add crunch, extra nutrients and a fun flavor twist

Ingredient Quantities

• 3 overripe bananas, mashed (about 1 1/2 cups)
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup melted butter
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• A pinch of salt
• Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

How to Make this

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×5 loaf pan.

2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas until they’re mostly smooth but still a bit chunky.

3. Stir in the melted butter, lightly beaten egg and vanilla extract until everything is well mixed.

4. Now add the flour, granulated sugar, baking soda and a pinch of salt to the bowl.

5. Mix gently just until you see all the ingredients are combined. Don’t overmix otherwise your bread may turn out dense.

6. If youre using nuts, now is the time to fold in the chopped walnuts or pecans.

7. Pour the batter evenly into your greased loaf pan using a spatula to smooth the top.

8. Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick poked in the middle comes out clean.

9. Take the pan out of the oven and let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.

10. Finally, transfer the banana bread onto a cooling rack and let it cool completely before slicing and enjoying.

Equipment Needed

1. Preheated oven set to 350°F
2. 9×5 loaf pan (greased)
3. Large mixing bowl
4. Fork or banana masher to crush the bananas
5. Measuring cups and spoons for all the ingredients
6. Spatula to mix and smooth out the batter
7. Toothpick to test doneness of your bread
8. Cooling rack to let your bread cool completely before slicing

FAQ

One Bowl Banana Bread Recipe Substitutions and Variations

• If you’re out of all-purpose flour, try using whole wheat flour instead, but you might want to slightly reduce the amount so the bread doesn’t turn too dense.
• You can swap granulated sugar with an equal amount of brown sugar or even honey, though honey might make the loaf a bit moister.
• If melted butter isn’t available, coconut oil works great and brings a subtle tropical flavor to the bread.
• Out of eggs? Mix 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water to create a flax egg as a substitute.
• No vanilla extract? A splash of almond extract can give your banana bread a slightly nutty twist, just use a bit less than you would vanilla.

Pro Tips

1. Make sure your bananas are super ripe – the darker they are, the sweeter and more flavorful your bread will be. If you find your bananas aren’t ripe enough, try putting them in a brown paper bag for a day or two to speed things up.
2. When you’re mixing in the flour, go easy on it. Overmixing, even a little bit, can make the bread turn out dense and heavy so stir just until you can’t see any more dry flour.
3. If you ever feel like jazzing up your loaf, throw in some extra flavors like cinnamon or even a handful of chocolate chips. It gives the banana bread a nice twist without messing too much with the basic recipe.
4. Let the bread cool in the pan for a few minutes after you take it out of the oven. This step is super important because it lets the bread set up a bit before you slice it, which keeps it from crumbling all over the place.