Banana Bread with 2 Bananas
A simple, moist, and delicious banana bread recipe using just 2 bananas. Perfect for small batches, this recipe is easy to make and packed with flavor.
Equipment
- Loaf pan (9x5-inch)
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Oven
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas mashed
- ½ cup sugar granulated or brown sugar
- ¼ cup butter melted
- 1 egg large
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
Optional Add-ins
- ½ cup chocolate chips optional
- ½ cup chopped walnuts optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Stir in the sugar, melted butter, and egg until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
- If using, gently fold in chocolate chips or chopped walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
For added flavor, try adding cinnamon, nutmeg, or a drizzle of honey. This banana bread can also be turned into muffins by baking in a muffin tin at 375°F for 20-25 minutes.