Easy Moist Banana Bread (Print-Friendly Version)

Soft, moist banana bread packed with flavor. Ideal for breakfast or snacks. Simple steps and everyday ingredients.

# What You’ll Need to Make This:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 3 ripe bananas, mashed
02 - 80 ml melted butter
03 - 150 g granulated sugar
04 - 1 large egg, beaten
05 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
08 - 190 g all-purpose flour

# How to Prepare:

01 - Set the oven to 175°C and allow it to preheat fully.
02 - Grease a 23x13 cm loaf pan or line with parchment paper for easy removal.
03 - In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth with minimal lumps.
04 - Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas until thoroughly combined.
05 - Add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract; mix until evenly incorporated.
06 - Sprinkle baking soda and salt over the mixture, gently stirring to blend.
07 - Fold in the flour and mix just until no streaks remain; avoid overmixing.
08 - Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the surface.
09 - Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a skewer inserted in the centre emerges clean.
10 - Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes post baking.
11 - Remove from the pan and transfer to a wire rack to cool fully before slicing.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Overripe bananas yield a moister and more flavorful loaf.
02 - Ensure not to overmix the batter for optimal tenderness.

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