Name: One Bowl Banana Bread Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Yield: 1 loaf
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 very large ripe bananas (mashed well); 6 tablespoons butter (melted and cooled); 2 large eggs; 1/4 cup plain yogurt; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 teaspoon salt

ThisBest Banana Breadis sweet, moist, and perfect every time. This is my go-to recipe when I’m in the mood for a sweet quick bread.

close up of slices of buttered banana bread on a plate with a knife next to them

There are a million banana bread recipes, just like there are a millionchocolate chip cookie recipes. Most people have a “go-to” recipe for these kind of classic kitchen favorites. And for those of us who don’t have a “go-to” we end up trying and trying recipes until we find the magical one that is everything we’ve ever looked for.Look no further, because this banana bread recipe will be theone you make over and over again.

This recipe is exactly what you expect from banana bread and it turns out perfect every time.Sweet, moist, delicious banana goodness… what more could we ask for?!Banana Zucchini Bread,Perfect Pumpkin BreadandDouble Chocolate Zucchini Breadare also great recipes when I need some sweet bread in my life.

a cutting board with a loaf of banana bread that has several slices laying in front of it

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Moist and Flavorful: This recipe creates a banana bread that is incredibly moist and packed with rich banana flavor, making it a delicious treat for any time of day.
Simple Ingredients: Made with common pantry staples, this recipe doesn’t require any special ingredients, making it easy to whip up whenever you have ripe bananas on hand.
Freezer-Friendly: The banana bread freezes well, so you can make a batch ahead of time and enjoy it later. It’s perfect for meal prepping or having a quick snack ready at any time.

Ingredients

Ripe Bananas
Butter
Eggs
Plain Yogurt
Vanilla
All-Purpose Flour
Sugar
Baking Powder
Baking Soda
Salt

See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities

a loaf of banana bread in the pan on top of a striped dish towel, laying on a cutting board with a small dish of butter and a single banana laying to the left side

How to Make the Best Banana Bread

Step #1.Preheat the oven and grease a loaf pan.

Step #3.Add the remaining ingredients and stir to combine. Don’t overmix – it’s okay if it still has a few lumps.

Step #2.In a large bowl, mash the bananas. Add the butter, eggs, yogurt, and vanilla.

Step #4.Scrape the batter into the loaf pan. Bake 55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let it cool for 10 minutes, then remove from pan onto cooling rack.

Recipe FAQs

Can I use whole wheat flour instead?

I’ve made this multiple times with switching out the all-purpose flour for 100% whole wheat flour and the results have been great. It’s a great option!

How do I know when the banana bread is done?

Insert a toothpick in center of the loaf. If the toothpick comes out clean, the center of the loaf is done. Don’t under bake, a gummy middle in bread is not good.

How long should I let banana bread cool?

Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes and then remove it from the pan and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 1/2 hour before serving. Removing if from the pan after 10 minutes helps the bottom to not get too soggy from the steam.

Expert Tips

If you have bananas that are ready for banana bread but no time to bake, you canfreezethem for later.When you have time to bake, thaw them and use them as called for in your favorite recipes.
The best bananas for banana bread are the ones that have turned very brown.They have the most natural sweetness and will give your bread the beset banana flavor.
Make sure you are spooning your flour into your measuring cup and not scooping with the measuring cup.You’ll end up with too much flour and dense banana bread.
Greek yogurt in this banana bread is the secret ingredient that packs a huge punch. The yogurt helps to keep the bread super moist.If you don’t have Greek yogurt you can easily substitute with sour cream.