Nothing says fall comfort quite like a warm slice of banana bread. Sweet, tender, and perfectly moist, this homemade banana bread is simple to make and fills your kitchen with cozy aromas of baked bananas and vanilla. Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or as a treat with coffee, this recipe is a must-bake for the season.
Why You’ll Love It
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Moist & Tender: Bananas keep the bread soft and full of flavour.
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Simple Ingredients: Pantry staples make this recipe quick and easy.
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Fall Comfort: A cozy, homemade loaf ideal for cool autumn days.
Ingredients
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3 ripe bananas, mashed
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
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3/4 cup brown sugar
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2 large eggs
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp salt
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1 tsp cinnamon (optional, for fall flavour)
How to Make It
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Prep oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
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Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, mash bananas. Stir in melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
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Add dry ingredients: Whisk flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in a separate bowl. Fold gently into wet mixture.
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Bake: Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
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Cool & serve: Let bread cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
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