Easy Banana Bread Recipe – Just Like Grandma’s
Relive the warmth of grandma’s kitchen with this Easy Banana Bread Recipe. This delightful treat is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a comforting snack and will fill your home with the sweet aroma of freshly baked bread. With its moist texture and rich flavor, this banana bread is quick to prepare and uses simple ingredients you likely already have on hand. Whether you’re hosting a casual brunch or enjoying a quiet afternoon treat, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1–1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1–1/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 medium bananas)
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- In a larger bowl, blend sugar, oil, eggs, and mashed bananas until smooth.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and bake for 45-55 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
- Let cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg