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Easy Banana Bread Recipe

Easy Banana Bread Recipe with a Moist Surprise Inside

This Easy Banana Bread Recipe transforms overripe bananas into a moist and tender loaf, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bread
  • 1 cup Medium Bananas (mashed) About 2-3 ripe bananas
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Can substitute with dressing
  • 1 large Egg (room temperature)
  • 1½ cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • ½ cup Chopped Pecans (optional) Adds texture

Equipment

  • 8x4-inch loaf pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x4-inch loaf pan.
  2. Mash the bananas in a mixing bowl and combine with mayonnaise and the egg.
  3. Whisk together flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and optional pecans in another bowl.
  4. Combine the wet and dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.
  5. Pour the batter into the loaf pan and smooth the top before baking for 60-70 minutes.
  6. Cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Ensure bananas are well-ripened for maximum sweetness. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.

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