Easy Banana Bread – Quick, Budget-Friendly & Family-Approved
If you’re like me, you hate wasting food – especially bananas that turn black overnight. This banana bread is my go-to solution: quick, cheap, and so good that nobody cares it started as “save-the-bananas” mission.
I didn’t even bother with a fancy bread tin – baked it in a round cake tin, and you know what? It turned out deliciously moist and golden. Real life baking doesn’t need to look perfect to taste amazing!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- ✅ Budget-friendly – perfect for using up overripe bananas
- ✅ Quick – only 10 min prep, the oven does the rest
- ✅ Foolproof – soft, moist, and never dry
- ✅ Approved by all ages – who doesn’t love banana bread?
Easy Banana Bread Recipe
Prep Time: 10 min
Cook Time: 50–60 min
Total Time: ~1 hr 10 min
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 3 overripe bananas (mashed)
- 100 g sugar
- 80 g melted butter (or 70 ml oil for lighter version)
- 1 egg
- 180 g plain flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Optional: pinch of cinnamon, 50 g chopped nuts or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prep Bananas: Mash bananas in a bowl until smooth.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Add sugar, melted butter (or oil), and egg. Stir well.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Sift in flour, baking powder, and cinnamon if using. Mix gently – don’t overmix.
- Bake: Pour batter into a lined tin (round or loaf tin). Bake at 180°C for 50–60 min, until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool & Enjoy: Let it cool 10 min before slicing.
Pro Tips for Moist Banana Bread
- Use very ripe bananas – the darker, the better.
- Don’t overmix – mix just until combined for soft texture.
- If using oil, bread stays moist longer.
Tips & Variations
- Add chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or a swirl of peanut butter.
- Swap sugar for honey for a softer sweetness.
- Freeze slices for quick snacks – toast straight from freezer.
Budget Tip
Don’t throw out overripe bananas – peel, freeze in zip bags, and use them for banana bread anytime.
FAQ
Can I make it ahead?
Yes! Keeps 3 days in an airtight container, or freeze slices.
Can I use frozen bananas?
Absolutely – thaw, drain excess liquid, then mash.
Serving Suggestion
Serve warm with butter, or as dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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