5-Ingredient Banana Bread

This cozy 5-Ingredient Banana Bread is a simple recipe using ripe bananas and pantry staples, perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 1

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American, Comfort Food

Calories: 200

Main Ingredients

3 ripe bananas, mashed The browner, the sweeter; swap one for Greek yogurt for a tangier, moister loaf.
2 large eggs, at room temperature Flax eggs work for a vegan twist (1 tablespoon ground flax + 3 tablespoons water per egg).
1/2 cup melted butter or neutral oil Butter gives a richer flavor; coconut oil makes it slightly tropical.
1 cup sugar Use granulated or brown; for healthier option, use coconut sugar or maple syrup.
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour For a gluten-free take, use a 1-to-1 gluten-free flour blend.

Optional Mix-ins

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and line it with parchment for easy lifting.
In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until mostly smooth—leave a few small chunks for texture.
Stir in the melted butter (or oil) and sugar until glossy. Add the eggs and whisk until everything is well combined.
Fold in the flour gently until just combined. Stop when no streaks of flour remain.
If using mix-ins, fold them in now.
Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smoothing the top and tap the pan once on the counter to remove large air bubbles.

Baking

Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, rotating halfway through, until the top is deep golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
Let the loaf cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Slice and freeze individual slices for up to 3 months.