Your friends and family will go bananas for this simple and Easy Banana Bread Recipe! With just a quick 10 minutes of prep time, it’s so fast and easy to make… and turns out perfectly moist every time!
Be sure to try this outrageously delicious Pumpkin Bread Recipe and these Banana Bread Muffins, too!
Easy Banana Bread Recipe
Craving a delicious Breakfast Bread in the morning?? You’ll LOVE this quick and easy Banana Bread Recipe!
Gloria writes: "The best banana bread recipe! So easy but packed with banana flavor. It could not have come out better."
There’s something so comforting about a slice of delicious sweet banana bread with your morning cup of coffee. They really are the perfect match!
This classic banana bread is moist and delicious, with the perfect amount of sweet banana flavor.
Plus, you won’t believe how EASY this soft banana bread is to make. Just 10 minutes of prep time, and you’ve got one of the easiest banana recipes you’ll ever make!
It’s a homemade classic the whole family will love!
Serve a slice for breakfast with your cup of coffee, or set it aside for dessert!
This simple banana bread recipe can also be easily doubled to make 2 loaves. That means you can enjoy one now, and freeze the second for later!
So are you ready to make the Best Banana Bread Ever??
Here’s what you’ll do…
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Banana Bread Ingredients
It takes just a few simple ingredients to make the BEST moist banana bread!
Here’s what you’ll need…
- Very Ripe Bananas
- Softened Butter (see How to Soften Butter Quickly!)
- Granulated Sugar
- Eggs
- Vanilla Extract
- All Purpose Flour
- Baking Soda
- Salt
You’ll also need a bread loaf pan to get the job done.
How to Ripen Bananas Faster
Do you have some bananas that you’d like to ripen a little faster?
Whether your bananas are too green or you just don’t want to wait so long to make this delicious banana bread, this is an easy way to get your bananas just right!
Simply place bananas in a brown paper bag with one apple.
Fold the bag over a few times at the top, and let it sit out on the counter at room temperature.
Remove the Banana the next day, and you’ll have some speedy ripening that’s gone on!
If you’d like it riper yet, just add it back to the bag with the apple for another day.
Can You Freeze Bananas for Banana Bread?
Did you know that bananas freeze so well, too? They can be frozen for up to 3 months.
How to Freeze Bananas for Banana Bread: When banana is VERY ripe, peel banana and transfer to a gallon freezer bag.
Then, store in your freezer so you have extra ripe bananas ready to use the next time you bake banana bread!
When ready to use, thaw in the refrigerator overnight, or at room temperature for about 2 hours. Discard any liquid they release, and use your bananas for baking as normal.
How EASY is that?!?
How to Mash Bananas for Banana Bread
When it comes to mashing bananas, there are a few simple ways to get the job done.
Place very ripe, peeled bananas in a bowl, then mash with a fork or a potato masher until they turn into a chunky liquid. It should be pretty smooth, but still a little lumpy. It really is that simple!
How to Make Banana Bread
You won’t believe how quick and easy it is to make the Best Banana Bread at home!
Here’s what you’ll do…
1. Preheat your oven.
2. Spray your loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray (or grease with butter)
3. Combine your ingredients as directed.
4. Pour the batter into your loaf pan
5. Bake until done, and a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
6. Finally, allow your bread to cool completely in pan on a wire rack, before removing
See… I told you this was going to be EASY!!
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
Banana Bread Recipe Variations
Want to change up the flavor? Go for it!
Here are some fun variations you can try with Banana Bread Recipes!
Consider one of these delicious options…
- Banana Bread Muffins
- Chocolate Chip Banana Bread: Stir in 3/4 cups Chocolate Chips to Batter
- Cinnamon Banana Bread: Add 1/2 tsp Cinnamon to Batter
- Pecan Banana Bread: Stir in 3/4 cups Chopped Pecans to Batter
- Raisin Banana Bread: Stir in 1/2 cup – 3/4 cups Raisins
- Walnut Banana Bread: Stir in 3/4 cups Chopped Walnuts to Batter
- Make Mini Loaves: Use mini loaf pans and be sure to shorten the bake time.
- Double the Recipe: Bake 2 Loaves side by side… enjoy one now, and freeze the 2nd loaf for later!
Healthy Banana Bread Substitutions
Are you wondering how to make banana bread healthier?
Here are some simple swaps for the bread and mix ins…
- Mix in Organic Nuts
- Opt for Organic Raisins
- Reduce the Sugar: For less sweet banana bread, simply cut the sugar back to 2/3 – 3/4 cups.
- Swap Butter for Grass Fed Butter
- Try Dark Chocolate Chips
- Use Unbleached Organic All Purpose Flour
What Can I Substitute for Bananas in Banana Bread?
This recipe requires 3 very ripe bananas.
However, if you only have 2 bananas, you can mix in 1/2 cup plain applesauce to substitute 1 banana. I do it all the time, and it works like a charm!
How to Store Banana Bread
After your loaf has completely cooled, wrap in plastic wrap or foil and store at room temperature for 2 days, or in refrigerator up to 7 days.
Or, you can freeze your loaf for later in the freezer!
How to Freeze Banana Bread
So can you freeze a loaf of banana bread? You sure can!
Quick breads like this one freeze beautifully, and can be enjoyed later! You can make them ahead of time, and freeze for 3 – 4 months.
Once you have baked your bread and cooled it completely, you can either freeze your loaves whole, or slice first so you’ll have individual pieces ready-to-go.
Then wrap sliced (or non-sliced) loaves in plastic cling wrap and place each in its own Gallon sized Freezer Ziploc bag.
If you’ll be freezing on the longer end of the range, after wrapping the loaf in plastic wrap, you can then wrap in foil before placing in the freezer bag.
How to Thaw Frozen Banana Bread
When ready to eat, remove entire loaf from freezer or just pull out a slice at a time to defrost when the banana bread cravings hit.
Defrost in the refrigerator overnight, then bring to room temperature the next day before enjoying your bread. 
Easy Banana Loaf Bread Reviews
Here’s what your frugal friends had to say about this delicious bread…
Kim writes: “The best!!”
Diana writes: “I love how easy this is with only 10 minutes of prep time!”
Elena writes: “Sooooooo good!!!”
Kyla writes: “So decadent, fluffy, and perfect”
Erica writes: “Delish!!”
Carla writes: “My fav recipe for banana bread – I added some walnuts 😋 ”
Rebecca writes: “Such a great treat!”
Martha writes: “So delicious”
Patti writes: “Just made 4 loaves and added chopped pecans to my mixture.”
Valerie writes: “So moist”
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Easy Banana Bread Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 Very Ripe Bananas (mashed)
- 1/2 cup Butter (8 tbsp softened to room temperature)
- 1 cup Granulated Sugar
- 2 Large Eggs (beaten lightly)
- 3/4 tsp. Vanilla
- 1 3/4 cups All Purpose Flour
- 1 tsp. Baking Soda
- 3/4 tsp. Salt
- 2 tsp. Turbinado Sugar (Sugar in the Raw) (Optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees for a glass loaf pan or 350 degrees for a non-stick loaf pan.
- Spray pan with Non-stick Cooking Spray or Grease with Butter, then set aside.
- Add Softened Butter and Sugar to large mixing bowl, and cream together until well combined.
- Add Mashed Bananas, Lightly Beaten Eggs, and Vanilla, and continue to mix.
- In separate large mixing bowl, whisk together Flour, Baking Soda, and Salt until well combined.
- Gradually pour Flour mixture into bowl with Banana mixture, and stir well with a large spoon to combine completely.
- Pour batter greased loaf pan.
- Optional: Sprinkle the top of your loaf with 2 tsp. Turbinado Sugar for a sweet touch.
- If using glass loaf pans, bake at 325 degrees for 65 - 75 minutes, if using non-stick loaf pans, bake at 350 degrees for 55 – 65 minutes. Your loaf is done when a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
- After baking, allow bread to cool completely on a wire baking rack before removing from pan. (about 1 hour)
- Wrap cooled loaf in plastic wrap or foil and store at room temperature for 2 days, or in refrigerator up to 7 days. ENJOY!
- Freezer Friendly Make Ahead Tip: If you'd like to freeze the second loaf for later, you can either freeze the loaf whole, or slice first so you’ll have individual pieces ready-to-go. Then wrap sliced (or non-sliced) loaves in plastic cling wrap and place in Gallon sized Freezer Ziploc Bag. When ready to eat… remove entire loaf from freezer or just pull out a slice at a time to defrost when the banana bread cravings hit. Defrost in the refrigerator overnight, then bring to room temperature the next day before enjoying your bread.
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Kimberly says
I am going to try this recipe over the weekend. My granddaughter LOVES banana bread. I am also going to try the banana bread muffins. Thank you.
Heidi says
You’re very welcome, Kimberly… I hope both you and your granddaughter enjoy the banana bread and muffins! 🙂
Christie says
I seriously need to add this recipe to my list! I am a big fan of banana bread and this one looks amazing.
Heidi says
Thank you so much, Christie… you will love it! 🙂
Gloria says
The best banana bread recipe! So easy but packed with banana flavor. I used a large bundt pan and it could not have come out better.
Heidi says
Aww ~ thank you so much for the sweet comment, Gloria! I’m so happy to hear you loved it! 🙂