Best One Bowl Banana Bread: From Classic Loaf to Fancy Toast

Until recently, I was at a complete loss as to why all of Pinterest and half of Instagram were full of this banana bread. It’s just a banana, what can you expect from it? And in general, what can you expect from banana pastries? Nothing interesting. But “I have to try making that banana bread,” I thought, finding some overripe bananas in the fridge, and it was definitely the best decision. So, here is definitely the best one bowl banana bread recipe.

It seems that the whole world is now making banana bread, and social media gives the impression that even the laziest people on Earth have already managed to bake it.

The question “what’s so special about it?” disappears around the 10th minute of cooking, when you’re already putting the banana bread into the oven. And it’s completely forgotten when you try the first bite.

By the way, I got about the same shock from a Moist Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread, and I highly recommend trying it.

Why You’ll Love This Banana Bread

• No Mixer Required: All you need is a fork and a bowl to make this banana bread, making it the ultimate easy banana bread recipe.
• Perfect for Overripe Bananas: This recipe is great for using overripe bananas you might otherwise throw away.
• Moist and Flavorful: With ingredients like cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a touch of butter, this bread is moist, flavorful, and absolutely irresistible.

Here on the blog, I publish only those recipes that have passed my personal scrupulous selection in terms of effort and result, but this banana bread seems to have outperformed if not all my recipes, then half of them for sure.

Try making banana bread, and from that moment you will always have only one answer to the question “what to make with overripe bananas?”

I already have a video of this recipe on my YouTube channel (with English subtitles), so I invite you to watch it. I’d be grateful for a like, a comment, and a subscription, as it helps promote the content.

In addition to the banana bread itself, I also encourage you to make a toasted banana bread. It is incredibly tasty and, in my opinion, looks like a dessert from a fancy restaurant menu. Just imagine the reaction of your loved ones when you make banana bread toast with yogurt and berries for breakfast!

Tips for the Best Banana Bread

• Use the ripest bananas you can find. The more brown spots, the better the flavor and moisture!
• For a healthier version, consider using less sugar or swapping for honey or maple syrup.
• To make mini loaves or banana muffins, reduce baking time slightly and check for doneness early.

The more ripe the bananas, the better. You can even use completely brown ones. But green or unripe bananas are definitely not an option, because you won’t be able to make mashed bananas from them.

Banana bread is usually baked in a loaf pan that looks like a brick. Of course, you can make it in any shape, even as small muffins (in this case the baking time will be a little shorter). All you need is a bowl and a fork to mash the bananas.

This recipe gives the amount of ingredients for 1 banana bread for a 10 x 25 cm (4 x 10 inches) baking pan.

Ingredients for One-Bowl Banana Bread

butter
medium bananas
eggs
sugar
vanilla extract (I recommend this one)
salt
ground cinnamon (I recommend this one, very flavorful)
all-purpose flour
baking powder

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat Your Oven: Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Mash the Bananas: Peel and mash the bananas with a fork in a large bowl.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients: Add the melted butter, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon to the mashed bananas. Stir until combined.
4. Add Dry Ingredients: Sift the flour and baking powder into the banana mixture and stir to combine until smooth.
5. Prepare the Pan: Line a loaf pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly. Pour the batter into the pan.
6. Add the Final Touch: Slice one banana lengthwise and place it on top of the batter for a beautiful finish.
7. Bake: Bake for about 1 hour, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Start checking at 50 minutes.
8. Cool & Serve: Let the banana bread cool before serving. You can enjoy it as-is or toast it for a delicious twist.

Serve banana bread plain or with butter, peanut butter or chocolate paste, or whatever else you want, it will still be delicious.

Banana Bread Toast: A Delicious Bonus

Once you’ve baked your banana bread, take it a step further by making banana bread toast. Simply slice the bread, fry it in butter until golden brown, and top it with yogurt or sour cream, berries, sliced fruits, ice cream or cream cheese frosting for a treat your family will love!

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I use frozen bananas for banana bread?
   Yes! Simply thaw them and use them in the recipe.
2. Can I freeze banana bread?
   Absolutely. Wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months.
3. What’s the best way to store banana bread?
   Keep your banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

If you try this recipe, I’d love to hear how it turned out! Share your experience or any creative twists you made in the comments below. Let me know if you have any questions. Your feedback helps me create even more delicious content. Enjoy your homemade treat and happy baking!

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