This banana bread is soft, moist, and made without baking soda. It uses baking powder instead, giving the bread a light texture while keeping the flavor rich and naturally sweet from ripe bananas.
It’s simple to prepare and works well for breakfast or a light snack.
What You’ll Need
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
Dry ingredients
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional
- ½ cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips
Tools
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk or hand mixer
- Loaf pan
- Spatula
- Oven
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat oven
Preheat oven to 180°C and grease a loaf pan.
2. Mix dry ingredients
In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. Prepare wet mixture
In another bowl, mix melted butter and sugar. Add eggs, vanilla extract, and mashed bananas. Mix until smooth.
4. Combine
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Mix until just combined.
5. Add optional ingredients
Fold in nuts or chocolate chips if using.
6. Pour batter
Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
7. Bake
Bake for 45 to 55 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
8. Cool and serve
Let the bread cool before slicing. Serve as desired.
Serving Suggestions
Banana bread pairs well with:
- Tea
- Coffee
- Milk
Tips for Best Results
Use very ripe bananas for better sweetness.
Do not overmix the batter.
Check doneness before removing from oven.
Let it cool fully for clean slices.
Storage and Reheating
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or refrigerate for longer freshness.
Variations
Add cinnamon for extra flavor.
Use whole wheat flour for a different texture.
Add dried fruits for variety.
