Indulge in this irresistible slice of indulgence featuring perfectly ripe bananas, butter, and sugar harmoniously blended. This 3 Bananas Banana Bread is light, moist, and bursting with natural sweetness. Known as The Best Homemade Banana Bread, it offers a timeless flavor that echoes cherished family traditions, making every bite unforgettable.

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I grew up watching my mom make the best homemade banana bread and i’ve always been obsessed with this easy banana bread recipe. Its light and fluffy while being full of fresh banana flavor that really brings back memories.

This recipe uses 3 ripe bananas mashed to create that natural sweetness and moist texture without needing any sour cream. I also mix in 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, 1 cup of granulated sugar, and 2 large eggs so it rises perfectly.

Adding 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 tsp baking soda, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour makes it exactly like the banana bread with bananas i used to love, almost as if it was the three banana bread recipe from my childhood. Its surprising nutritional content makes it a wholesome treat that is easy to whip up anytime you need a quick, nostalgic snack.

Enjoy baking this recipe with care and dig into your flavorful slice of history.

Why I Like this Recipe

I really love this banana bread because it brings back memories of my mom’s cooking and it’s almost like a little piece of home every time I bake it. I love how the banana flavor is strong yet mellow, making it super flavorful without being too sweet. I also really like that it’s really easy to make – even when I’m in a rush I know I can whip this up without any hassle. And, I gotta say, the moist and fluffy texture makes every bite incredibly satisfying, even if sometimes I mess up the mixing a little bit.

Ingredients

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Ripe bananas add natural fiber, essential potassium, and natural sweetness enhancing flavor.
Melted butter provides rich flavor and moist texture; its fats bind ingredients together.
Sugar intensifies sweetness, adds energy, and balances tangy ripe bananas with subtle saltiness.
Eggs contribute protein and structure, making the bread light and pleasantly dense.
Vanilla adds warm aroma and slight complexity, elevating overall taste experience.
Baking soda acts as a leavening agent, ensuring the loaf rises with airy softness.
Flour forms the backbone; carbohydrates for structure result in that classic banana bread texture.
A pinch of salt intensifies flavors, balancing sweetness and enhancing all ingredient notes.

Ingredient Quantities

3 ripe bananas, mashed

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

1 cup granulated sugar

2 large eggs, beaten

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp baking soda

1/2 tsp salt

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

How to Make this

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1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.

2. In a large bowl, mash the 3 ripe bananas until they’re pretty smooth then stir in the 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter.

3. Mix in 1 cup granulated sugar, the 2 beaten eggs, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until just combined.

4. Sprinkle in 1 tsp baking soda and 1/2 tsp salt over the mixture and give it a quick stir.

5. Slowly add in 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, stirring until you just lose any streaks.

6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan making sure it’s evenly spread.

7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

8. Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.

9. Transfer the banana bread to a wire rack and let it cool completely before slicing.

10. Enjoy your homemade banana bread warm or at room temp, as its flavour is best when fresh out of the oven!

Equipment Needed

1. Oven
2. 9×5 inch loaf pan
3. Large mixing bowl
4. Fork or potato masher for bananas
5. Measuring cups
6. Measuring spoons
7. Whisk or mixing spoon
8. Spatula
9. Toothpick for testing doneness
10. Wire cooling rack

FAQ

What type of bananas should i use? Use ripe bananas coz they are sweeter and easy to mash for a moist bread.

Can i use brown sugar instead of granulated sugar? Yeah you can, but it may change the flavor and make the bread a bit denser, so keep that in mind.

How long should i bake the bread? Bake it for around 60 minutes, and check doneness by poking a toothpick in the center, if it comes out clean its ready.

Can i store banana bread in the freezer? Sure, wrap it tightly in plastic and aluminum foil and it should be good up to 3 months.

Can i mix in extras like nuts or chocolate chips? Definitely, extras work great, but add them in gently so they keep the texture light.

EASY BANANA BREAD RECIPE Recipe Substitutions and Variations

Unsalted butter: Try using an equal amount of melted coconut oil. This can give your banana bread a slight coconut taste that works pretty well
Granulated sugar: You can swap it out with light brown sugar for extra moisture and a richer flavor
Eggs: If you dont have eggs, about 1/2 cup of applesauce works fine. It helps keep the bread moist but may make the texture a bit denser

Pro Tips

1. Make sure not to overmix your batter once you add the flour; a few lumps are totally fine, and overdoing it can make your bread way heavy and dense.
2. If your bananas aren’t super ripe, try warming them up in the microwave for a few seconds; this brings out their sweetness and makes the flavor even better.
3. Keep in mind that every oven is different. Start checking your banana bread a couple minutes before the timer goes off using a toothpick; if it comes out with a few moist crumbs, it’s perfect.
4. Let the bread cool in the pan for a bit first, then move it to a rack; this helps it set up right, so you dont end up with a soggy bottom.

EASY BANANA BREAD RECIPE Recipe

Recipe by Bob Jones

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Servings

servings

Calories

338

kcal

Equipment: 1. Oven
2. 9×5 inch loaf pan
3. Large mixing bowl
4. Fork or potato masher for bananas
5. Measuring cups
6. Measuring spoons
7. Whisk or mixing spoon
8. Spatula
9. Toothpick for testing doneness
10. Wire cooling rack

Ingredients

3 ripe bananas, mashed
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs, beaten
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Directions

Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
In a large bowl, mash the 3 ripe bananas until they're pretty smooth then stir in the 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter.
Mix in 1 cup granulated sugar, the 2 beaten eggs, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until just combined.
Sprinkle in 1 tsp baking soda and 1/2 tsp salt over the mixture and give it a quick stir.
Slowly add in 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, stirring until you just lose any streaks.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan making sure it's evenly spread.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
Transfer the banana bread to a wire rack and let it cool completely before slicing.
Enjoy your homemade banana bread warm or at room temp, as its flavour is best when fresh out of the oven!

Notes

Below you’ll find my best estimate of this recipe’s nutrition facts. Treat the numbers as a guide rather than a rule—great food should nourish both body and spirit. Figures are approximate, and the website owner assumes no liability for any inaccuracies in this recipe.