My Mother's Banana Bread

Unlock the nostalgic comfort of "My Mother's Banana Bread," a timeless family recipe that is irresistibly moist, perfectly sweet, and loaded with the flavor of ripe bananas. Made with just a handful of pantry staples—like melted butter, lightly beaten eggs, and a hint of vanilla—this recipe delivers that golden, tender crumb everyone loves. Customize it with optional mix-ins like crunchy nuts or melty chocolate chips for a personal twist. In just 15 minutes of prep and an hour of baking, you'll have a warm, homemade loaf that fills your kitchen with the cozy aroma of banana goodness. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a quick snack, this classic banana bread is a must-try that feels like a warm hug in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 medium (mashed) ripe bananas
• 113 grams (melted) unsalted butter
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 2 whole (lightly beaten) large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 190 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 100 grams optional mix-ins (chopped nuts, chocolate chips, etc.)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth using a fork or potato masher.

Step 3

Stir in the melted unsalted butter until fully combined.

Step 4

Add the granulated sugar, lightly beaten eggs, and vanilla extract to the banana mixture. Mix until smooth.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.

Step 7

Fold in any optional mix-ins, such as chopped nuts or chocolate chips, if desired.

Step 8

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Step 11

Enjoy a slice on its own or with a spread of butter or cream cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1372.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3368.3

Total Fat 143.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 622.2mg	0%
Sodium 2771.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 499.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.4g	0%
Total Sugars 264.0g
Protein 50.2g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 209.3mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 3240.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.1%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 57.2%