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Easy One-Bowl Banana Bread

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A simple, moist, and flavorful banana bread recipe made in one bowl without a mixer, perfect for busy mornings or any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil for dairy-free option)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the bananas in a large mixing bowl using a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth with a few small lumps.
  3. Add melted butter to the mashed bananas and stir gently until combined. Let the butter cool slightly if hot.
  4. Mix in the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and slightly fluffy.
  5. Sprinkle baking soda, salt, and cinnamon over the wet ingredients. Add the flour all at once and fold gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined.
  6. Fold in the sour cream or Greek yogurt evenly without overworking the batter.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 55-65 minutes, checking around 50 minutes. Insert a toothpick into the center; if it comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs, the bread is done. Tent with foil if browning too fast.
  9. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread tender. Use very ripe bananas for best sweetness and moisture. Let the bread cool completely before slicing to avoid sogginess. For gluten-free, substitute flour with a gluten-free blend and add a tablespoon of milk. For vegan, replace egg with flax egg and use plant-based butter/oil and yogurt.

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