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Home » Course » Dessert » One Bowl Banana Bread

Published: May 15, 2020 · Modified: Sep 21, 2021 by Veronika's Kitchen * This post may contain affiliate links

One Bowl Banana Bread

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This is the best Banana Bread recipe you’ll find! It’s moist, easy to make, and you can whip it up in one bowl! Perfect with your morning cup of coffee or as a mid-day snack!

Sliced banana bread on a white table.

If you like a classic Banana Bread, you will love this recipe! It is perfectly soft, moist, and has so much flavor!

Using just a few basic ingredients (that you probably already have at home), you can make a delicious treat for your whole family!

I love to have a slice (or two) of this hearty banana bread with my morning coffee. It’s also great as a mid-day snack, dessert, or even a picnic treat.

Like my One Bowl Brownies, you can make this recipe quick and easy, without dirtying lots of dishes. Just mix everything together, put it in the oven, and you can enjoy this tasty classic bread in an hour.

Why this recipe works

This is a great basic recipe for a classic banana bread.

It is all about the texture! Thanks to ripe and mashed bananas and melted butter, you will have a perfect moist bread with delicious buttery flavor. A good balance of wet and dry ingredients makes it soft and hearty.

Sliced banana bread on a white table.

What Bananas to choose

If you have some overly ripe bananas at home that no one wants to eat, they will be perfect for this recipe!

You want them to have deep yellow skin with lots of brown spots. The main reason is when bananas get brown and ripen, the sugars inside starts to break down, making them sweeter and releasing delicious aroma. That will help us to build the most flavor!

So don’t be afraid to use soft and dark brown bananas, they will make the best bread!

Ingredients for banana bread.

How to make it

I love this recipe because it’s super easy to make in one bowl in just a few minutes.

But before we start, let’s preheat the oven to 350°F, grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan, and set it aside.

In a large mixing bowl mash 3 large (or 4 small) overripe bananas. You can do it with a fork or a potato masher (Photos 1-2).

Then add melted butter and whisk until combined (Photos 3-4).

Process photos of how to make Banana Bread.

Add sugar, eggs and vanilla extract and whisk again (Photos 5-8).

Process photos of how to make Banana Bread.

Add dry ingredients (all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt). Using a spatula, fold it in (Photos 9-12).

Process photos of how to make Banana Bread.

Pour the batter in a pre-greased loaf pan.

Bake at 350°F for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Take it out of the oven and let sit on the counter for about 5-10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack and let it cool completely.

banana bread before and after baking.

Tips for best results

Bananas. For the best results, use overripe bananas. They will provide more sweetness and will make the bread moist.

Don’t overmix! Like in any other baking recipe, it’s important not to overmix the batter. Otherwise it will be tough and rubbery.

Options and Substitutions

Sugar. If you don’t want to use granulated sugar, you can easily substitute it with raw or coconut sugar. But don’t use maple syrup as it will have too much liquid and will make the bread damp and heavy.

Flavors. This recipe is a perfect base for a classic Banana Bread. You can easily add more flavor to it by adding:

  • Chopped walnuts or pecans
  • Chocolate chips
  • Dried fruits and berries (like cranberries or blueberries)
  • Shredded and squeezed zucchini
Sliced banana bread on a white table.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to store? You can put it in a zip-lock bag or an air tight container. It will stay fresh on a counter for a couple of days and in the fridge for a week.

Can I freeze it? Yes! The best way to freeze it is to slice it first, put in a zip-lock bag, and put it in the freezer. This way, when you want a slice or two, you can just take it out and enjoy. They will stay fresh in the freezer for up to 2-3 moths.

How to keep it moist? When you use ripe mashed bananas and melted butter, they provide enough moisture to keep the bread perfectly soft and moist. After you slice it, make sure to put in an air-tight container or a bag to keep from drying out.

Can I make this Banana Bread into muffins? Yes, but I already have a great recipe for Healthy Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins that you will love!

Sliced banana bread on a white table.

Did you make this recipe?!? I’d love to know how it turned out! leave a comment and a rating below👇 thank you!

Sliced banana bread on a white table.
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5 from 66 votes

One Bowl Banana Bread

This is the best Banana Bread recipe you’ll find! It’s moist, easy to make, and you can whip it up in one bowl! Perfect with your morning cup of coffee or as a mid-day snack!
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time1 hour hr
Total Time1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 10 slices
Calories: 270kcal
Author: Veronika’s Kitchen

Ingredients

  • 3 large bananas (or 4 small bananas)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • ⅔ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F, grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan, and set it aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl mash 3 large (or 4 small) overripe bananas. You can do it with a fork or a potato masher.
  • Then add ½ cup melted butter and whisk until combined.
  • Add ⅔ cup sugar, 2 eggs and 1 tsp vanilla extract and whisk again.
  • Add dry ingredients (2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 tsp baking soda, ½ tsp baking powder, 1 tsp cinnamon, and ¼ tsp salt). Using a spatula, fold it in.
  • Pour the batter in a pre-greased 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  • Bake at 350°F for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Take it out of the oven and let sit on the counter for about 5-10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack and let it cool completely.

Video

Notes

Bananas. For the best results, use overripe bananas. They will provide more sweetness and will make the bread moist.
Sugar. If you don’t want to use granulated sugar, you can easily substitute it with raw or coconut sugar. But don’t use maple syrup as it will have too much liquid and will make the bread damp and heavy.
Flavors. This recipe is a perfect base for a classic Banana Bread. You can easily add more flavor to it by adding:
  • Chopped walnuts or pecans
  • Chocolate chips
  • Dried fruits and berries (like cranberries or blueberries)
  • Shredded and squeezed zucchini
How to store? You can put it in a zip-lock bag or an air tight container. It will stay fresh on a counter for a couple of days and in the fridge for a week.
Can I freeze it? Yes! The best way to freeze the banana bread is to slice it first, put in a zip-lock bag, and put it in the freezer. This way, when you want a slice or two, you can just take it out and enjoy. They will stay fresh in the freezer for up to 2-3 moths.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 270kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 57mg | Sodium: 204mg | Potassium: 166mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 354IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg
Did you make this recipe?I’d love to know how it turned out! Please let me know by leaving a review below. Or snap a photo and share it on Instagram; be sure to tag me @veronikaskitchen.
 

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  1. Thanuja Karunaratne says

    May 05, 2025 at 9:54 am

    This was so easy to make, and everyone loved it.

    Reply
  2. Sharon Dutcher says

    April 30, 2025 at 3:07 pm

    5 stars
    This is the best banana bread recipe I’ve ever made!!! I have previously made four other recipes and none were as good as this was. This is now my go to recipe

    Reply
  3. Tonya Cox says

    March 29, 2025 at 11:16 pm

    5 stars
    We enjoy this recipe regularly

    Reply
  4. Bell says

    March 23, 2025 at 9:16 pm

    I’ve been making this recipe about once every two weeks, with and without nuts. I love it. I’m no Betty Crocker but I love this easy recipe.

    Reply
  5. Winona says

    March 22, 2025 at 12:43 pm

    I’ve made this recipe many times-I usually double the recipe because it goes fast! I’ve added coconut, frozen raspberries/blueberries and strawberries (not all berries in one loaf) which were fresh and chopped up, and of course choco chips… easy and has become my go-to recipe!

    Reply
  6. Sue says

    February 21, 2025 at 4:26 pm

    5 stars
    Made this recipe for the first time today, I added pecans, my husband and I loved it!! Will make it again.

    Reply
  7. Dana says

    December 09, 2024 at 6:43 pm

    5 stars
    This is an excellent recipe!I have made this recipe a few times now. Once I added chocolate chips. This time I added blueberries and it was delicious. This recipe is good plain or with whatever you want. My husband loves it

    Reply
  8. Lesa says

    December 08, 2024 at 4:13 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious & simple. This Recipe is my go to banana bread recipe. I always add 1 cup of roughly chopped walnuts and also semisweet chocolate chips when the mood strikes.

    Reply
  9. Esther Jansen says

    November 30, 2024 at 2:33 am

    5 stars
    I love your Banana bread recipe it is so nice and moust

    Reply
  10. Carolyn Ockovic says

    November 26, 2024 at 9:53 pm

    5 stars
    I’m 76 years old since I started baking when I was 11 years old I have made many different banana bread recipes this recipe is the very best I love it so much! My daughter took it to Penn State Erie Pennsylvania two weekends ago to a bunch of 22 to 25 year-old college roommates including my grandson and all their girlfriends who went crazy over it! I added tall house morsels and sprinkled a little white sparkling sugar on top the loaves were absolutely beautiful the rants and raves from those young people belong to you❤️

    Reply
  11. OYA says

    June 23, 2024 at 9:50 am

    Just out of the oven. Smells good, BUT 350 oven might have been too much. My first loaf looked charred, the second loaf not much better! Hoping they taste better than they look! My oven may have been the culprit! I will let u know how they tasted Added walnuts & taisins..

    Reply
  12. Sanchia says

    June 18, 2024 at 1:31 pm

    5 stars
    Simply delicious and on my first ever banana bread…thanks for sharing

    Reply
  13. Suzanne says

    June 15, 2024 at 11:24 am

    This is my go to banana bread! It’s quick easy and delicious!!

    Reply
  14. Megan Venturino says

    May 24, 2024 at 2:02 pm

    5 stars
    Thank you for this recipe! The bread wasn’t too sweet and it looks beautiful and tastes amazing! I wish I could post a picture!

    Reply
  15. Anita says

    May 05, 2024 at 2:46 pm

    5 stars
    I used organic oat flour, also used a mini loaf pan. They turned out great. Thank you, I will continue to use this recipe.

    Reply
  16. Lora Gray says

    April 30, 2024 at 4:24 pm

    5 stars
    I made this bread today April 30th 2024. This was the best banana bread ever. I used very very ripe bananas. My sugar was brown sugar. And it Rose so high it had to bake for an hour and 10 minutes.

    Reply
  17. Florence says

    April 20, 2024 at 2:43 am

    Love banana bread and would love to try your recipe. Can you advise the equivalent of 2 cups all purpose flour in ounces or gms please ?
    Thank you so much.

    Reply
  18. Chris says

    April 18, 2024 at 12:28 am

    Very good,I love banana bread

    Reply
  19. Virginia says

    March 30, 2024 at 1:01 pm

    5 stars
    I just made your recipe again for another sick friend. I live in an apt complex but we have our own doors and doorbells.
    This time I added walnuts & truvia brown sugar. I use my white granulated sugar for the hummingbirds. I only had salted butter,so I skipped the salt.My oven, baking without burning, took 1 hour and 10 mins.Good thing cause I ran out of foil this am. It’s good but not too sweet
    I had to cut off the ends to fit it in a rectangle plastic container. I can’t remember which one I liked the best. I’m sure I’ll be making it again. I wish I had this recipe when I was baking for my children in the 1970’s. They are now 52 and 47.One’s wife is an amazing baker & cook.My other son does most of the cooking.

    Reply
  20. Anna Nordstrom says

    March 28, 2024 at 5:14 pm

    5 stars
    This was easy to make and really fun

    Reply
  21. Irene says

    February 21, 2024 at 12:51 pm

    5 stars
    Easy one bowl banana bread recipe.

    Reply
    • Pauline Nicholas says

      April 23, 2024 at 10:02 am

      I don’t have Vanilla Extract, can I use Vanills Essence?

      Reply
  22. Elizabeth says

    February 20, 2024 at 6:14 pm

    5 stars
    The best recipe for banana bread

    Reply
  23. Cathy Peterson says

    February 17, 2024 at 7:47 pm

    5 stars
    Delicious! Thanks for sharing!
    Today I added peanut butter chips, and baked them in individual serving, loaf pans! They rose up nicely, and so tasty, I will look at more of your recipes and ideas!

    Reply
  24. Karen says

    January 26, 2024 at 6:29 pm

    5 stars
    Easy and simple. Taste was phenomenal and bread was moist. I used over ripe bananas. Due to my loaf pan the bread took 11/2 to bake. I put foil loosely over the top to keep from burning top and edges. I could have made two smaller loafs. This is a keeper.

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      February 07, 2024 at 12:46 pm

      Thank you, Karen! So glad you enjoyed this banana bread!

      Reply
  25. MGD says

    January 22, 2024 at 12:32 am

    Can I substitute sugar for honey and use whole wheat or whole grain flour?

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      February 07, 2024 at 12:47 pm

      Hi, I never tested this recipe with honey or whole wheat flour, so I’m not sure if it will work…

      Reply
  26. Debbie says

    January 02, 2024 at 2:09 pm

    5 stars
    Fantastic recipe! Fast and easy! I used four bananas and made my own oatmeal flour. Everyone loves it!

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      January 02, 2024 at 4:57 pm

      Thank you, Debbie! Glad oatmeal flour worked for you 😉

      Reply
  27. bekah says

    December 23, 2023 at 12:18 pm

    5 stars
    Absolutely fabulous recipe!! I did 55 minutes in my oven and mine were perfect. I made multiple loaves of this recipe and gifted them for Christmas! I did banana nut and banana chocolate chip! They were a hit!

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      January 02, 2024 at 4:58 pm

      Thank you so much, Bekah!

      Reply
  28. Liz says

    November 05, 2023 at 3:54 am

    Hi easy recipe to follow
    My cake burnt on top. I guess used too much heat. But nice.

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      January 02, 2024 at 5:03 pm

      Hi Liz, sorry your banana bread got burnt on top. My best guess is different ovens might provide different results in baking. If it’s starts getting too dark on top next time, just cover it with foil.

      Reply
  29. Jeanette Johnson says

    November 04, 2023 at 4:30 pm

    Dear Veronica:
    I love you recipe because it’s so easy. The problem I don’t understand is whe they came out and they are too dark inside and outside. I follow your recipe as you write it.
    Can you help me?
    Jeanette (Kansas)

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      January 04, 2024 at 2:29 pm

      Hi Jeanette, if banana bread is starting to get too dark on top, you can cover it with foil to prevent burning.

      Reply
  30. Virginia says

    October 28, 2023 at 9:43 pm

    5 stars
    The one bowl banana bread, added walnuts,is the best recipe I ever made.
    I’ve been baking for over 50 yrs.
    Thank you.I made it for a sick friend. Making it tomorrow, had to get more bananas,for me.

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      January 04, 2024 at 2:22 pm

      Thank you, Virginia! I hope your friend enjoyed this banana bread 😉

      Reply
  31. Roberta says

    October 24, 2023 at 1:53 pm

    Would love to try your recipe – could you convert the cups to ounces please

    Thanks

    Reply
  32. Cindy says

    September 29, 2023 at 5:02 pm

    5 stars
    This is the BEST banana bread I’ve ever made and I’ve tried MANY recipes! Thank you!!

    Reply
  33. Sandy says

    September 09, 2023 at 3:02 pm

    5 stars
    Me encanta esta receta! One of my favorite to go to. Quick and scrumptious! I´ve made others but not a single one compares to Veronika´s!
    Muchas gracias! You´ve made many friends, teachers and delivery men, very happy, oh yes, and my familiy too!

    Reply
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    August 31, 2023 at 6:25 am

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  35. Onekia says

    August 27, 2023 at 9:10 am

    Thank you for the recipe! I tried it for the first time and my family loved it…

    Reply
  36. Mary Byrne says

    July 08, 2023 at 7:48 pm

    Delicious moist bread…we loved it.
    Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      August 24, 2023 at 4:18 pm

      Thank you so much, Mary!

      Reply
  37. Katie says

    May 25, 2023 at 8:57 am

    5 stars
    Hi,
    I have made this recipe quite a few times and it’s the bast banana bread ever! I add mini chocolate chips and walnuts and my family loves it!

    Last time I made this however it got very brown on the outside but my middle wasn’t fully done. I used an aluminum pan instead of a glass pan and weirdly feel that is what the problem was, but am not sure.

    I wanted to try this as muffins next time, but wasn’t sure how long I should bake them for?

    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      July 07, 2023 at 2:56 pm

      Hi Katie, Was the batter too wet when you baked it in the aluminum pan? It’s hard to say what happened without seeing or knowing all the details.
      This recipe will work great for muffins. I usually bake the muffins for about 22 minutes at 350F or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

      Reply
  38. Jay Jordan says

    May 12, 2023 at 1:51 am

    5 stars
    Love the recipe and it all being inside one bowl. Totally made my clean up a breeze. This was my first attempt at banana bread. I’m a huge bourbon guy so I decided to add that to your ingredients listed. I also wanted one main bread for my home and then two additional mini versions for gifts for Mother’s Day. So I double all the measurements listed. It turned out amazing just as you described in this post. Thanks for the inspiration.

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      July 07, 2023 at 2:57 pm

      Thank you so much, Jay! I love the addition of bourbon in this recipe 😉

      Reply
  39. Christi says

    April 12, 2023 at 11:10 am

    Looks delicious! Can’t wait to try! Can this be made in a Bundt pan? If so, would it be the same bake time?

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      July 07, 2023 at 3:00 pm

      Hi Christi. Unfortunately, I never tested this recipe in a bundt pan, so I don’t know if it will work.

      Reply
      • Linda says

        April 27, 2024 at 6:21 pm

        I double the recipe and bake in Bundt pan, same amount of baking time.

        Reply
  40. Debra Pope Johnson says

    April 10, 2023 at 2:53 pm

    5 stars
    Moist and oven time spot on.

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      July 07, 2023 at 3:00 pm

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  41. Patty says

    March 14, 2023 at 1:07 pm

    5 stars
    I’ve baked this numerous times. My mother loves it. She is in her 90s and has list her appetite on occasion, but she nibbles on this until she back to normal eating habits. It has sustained her in hospital stays as well. The good thing is we all like it and serve it to our guests. It makes a great gift too.

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      July 07, 2023 at 3:01 pm

      Thank you so much, Patty! I’m so happy your mom enjoys this banana bread! Hope she is doing well 😉

      Reply
  42. myrna says

    March 01, 2023 at 2:23 am

    5 stars
    use this recipe exclusively. love it.

    c
    if you are short one banana can you substitute applesauce?

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      July 07, 2023 at 3:02 pm

      Hi Myrna! I never tested this recipe with applesauce but sure it should work as well 😉

      Reply
    • Virginia says

      October 30, 2023 at 9:17 am

      I used applesauce in all the baking I did. My son had ADHD,the Doctor said no sugar. I used applesauce in every bread I made. It came out fine. He’s 52 now,outgrew ADHD during puberty. Applesauce I used in banana bread &every dessert that called for sugar. They were always moist and delicious.

      Reply
  43. Kelly W says

    February 19, 2023 at 3:46 pm

    5 stars
    Prettiest n Yummiest thing I’ve ever baked!!
    With everything being so damn expensive what could be cheaper than bananas??!! This w only the addition of walnuts I followed every step! Easy fast easy to clean n best best all it was abso delish!!! Wishing I had whipped cream cheese for it but butter was yummmmmmers! Thank you for this big hit w the whole family! Made me look like if slaved all day! Perfection!

    Reply
    • Jami Warminski says

      June 30, 2023 at 11:20 pm

      Can I use almond flour?

      Reply
  44. Kinnari says

    February 04, 2023 at 1:41 am

    5 stars
    Love it, specially when I am trying to cut down sugars from my diet.

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      July 07, 2023 at 3:03 pm

      Thank you, Kinnari!

      Reply
  45. Crystal says

    February 03, 2023 at 11:01 pm

    5 stars
    This was the best easy tasting banana bread Ive ever tasted. This will be my families dessert!

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      July 07, 2023 at 3:03 pm

      Thank you so much, Crystal!

      Reply
  46. Mariana says

    January 24, 2023 at 8:59 pm

    5 stars
    Wow this is the best banana bread I’ve ever made! I used brown sugar instead and a mix of oil and butter. Thank you for this recipe!

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      July 07, 2023 at 3:04 pm

      Thank you, Mariana! I’m glad that these changes worked for you 😉

      Reply
  47. Gil S says

    November 19, 2022 at 5:49 pm

    5 stars
    Just mixed this together and it’s in the oven as I type this up. Such an easy recipe to follow. Can’t wait to try a piece.

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      December 19, 2022 at 5:01 pm

      Than you, Gil! Hope you enjoy it 😉

      Reply
  48. Veronica says

    October 15, 2022 at 11:03 am

    5 stars
    I was looking for an easy banana loaf recipe and when I saw your name was also Veronika I knew this would be an easy website to remember. I made this for the first time last weekend and we devoured it in two days. Sooo good ! I can’t eat gluten so substituted with 1-1 baking flour and it came out perfect. I added chocolate chips and walnuts for some extra crunch too! New go to recipe !

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      October 23, 2022 at 4:00 pm

      Thank you so much, Veronica! I’m so happy you enjoyed the recipe! I’m glad this recipe worked with gluten-free flour 😉

      Reply
  49. Laura says

    September 29, 2022 at 4:37 pm

    5 stars
    This is my go-to recipe now. I’ve made this multiple times, always a hit! Thank you!

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      October 12, 2022 at 1:55 pm

      Thank you so much, Laura! So glad you enjoy the recipe 😉

      Reply
  50. Betty-Anne MacKenzie says

    September 21, 2022 at 11:44 pm

    i have been making your recipe for a very long time and its a huge hit with everyone…im wondering if oil could but substituted for the butter…again thank you for an amazing recipe

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      September 27, 2022 at 2:59 pm

      Hi Betty-Anne! I’m so happy you love this recipe! Unfortunately, I never tested it with oil, so I cannot say if it will work or not…

      Reply
      • Reva says

        October 10, 2022 at 12:27 pm

        Ive made it with oil just as good

        Reply
  51. Dee says

    September 14, 2022 at 3:35 pm

    5 stars
    Veronica, this is the BEST banana bread recipe ever! Thank you for posting it

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      September 27, 2022 at 2:59 pm

      Thank you so much, Dee! I’m so glad you enjoyed it 😉

      Reply
  52. Pauline says

    August 27, 2022 at 12:09 pm

    5 stars
    The best Banana bread ever. Perfect as is. My only add in was walnuts. Big family hit. It disappears overnight! Thank you.

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      September 02, 2022 at 10:28 am

      Thank you so much, Pauline! So happy you and your family enjoyed the recipe! Walnuts and chocolate chips are always a great addition for banana bread 😉

      Reply
  53. Mickey says

    August 18, 2022 at 10:34 pm

    5 stars
    Very easy to make and delicious.

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      September 02, 2022 at 10:30 am

      Thank you, Mickey! Glad you liked it 😉

      Reply
  54. Rasheeqa says

    August 12, 2022 at 7:52 am

    5 stars
    I’ve just made this banana bread recipe and yay it’s the only banana bread recipe that doesn’t flop.
    I added some spoonfuls of Nutella in the centre

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      September 02, 2022 at 10:30 am

      Hi Rasheeqa! I’m so happy you loved the recipe! Also, it’s a great idea to add some Nutella to it 😉

      Reply
  55. KFISH says

    August 09, 2022 at 11:29 pm

    HI VERONIKA!

    YOUR ONE BOWL BANANA BREAD SOUNDS YUMMY! TWO QUESTIONS THOUGH. . .YOU SAY TO GREASE A 9 X 5″ PAN.
    DO YOU ALSO FLOUR THE PAN AFTER GREASING OR NOT?
    I DIDN’T SEE THAT YOU MENTIONED IN YOUR RECIPE.

    THANKS MUCH!

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      August 10, 2022 at 10:51 am

      Hi! I only use a good amount of butter to grease the pan, it never failed me before 😉 After the bread is baked, let it sit on the counter in the pan for 5 minutes and then flip the pan, so the bread will easily get released from the pan. Hope that helps 😉

      Reply
  56. Shiela says

    July 26, 2022 at 2:28 pm

    5 stars
    Made this before it was so yummy!! I want to make it again but only have 2 bananas is that okay?

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      August 10, 2022 at 10:51 am

      Hi Sheila! 2 bananas will work just fine 😉

      Reply
    • Valerie says

      January 12, 2023 at 9:51 pm

      I can tell you that with a different one-bowl banana bread recipe I tried, I used 3 large bananas which only yielded 1 1/4 cups when mashed. The recipe called for 3 large bananas which was supposed to amount to 2 cups mashed. So using only 2 bananas could be risky (?)

      Reply
  57. Patti Geisenheimer says

    July 19, 2022 at 6:45 pm

    5 stars
    This is such an easy recipe, being all in one bowl. It’s quick to make and hardly any cleanup. I made the recipe exactly how it’s written except I didn’t measure the cinnamon because well… cinnamon. 🙂 I set the timer on the oven for 56 minutes instead of an hour but I should have checked it a little bit sooner. It got a little darker than I would have liked. However it is still quite moist and it’s delicious. I cut a thick slice off the end, warmed it in the microwave and put a little butter on it. Oh my goodness!!! This is my forever recipe for banana bread now. Can’t wait to try it with some add-ins. Thank you so much for sharing this!!

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    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      July 20, 2022 at 8:57 am

      Thank you so much, Patti! I’m so happy you enjoyed this banana bread 😉

      Reply
  58. Jenifer says

    May 12, 2022 at 8:16 am

    Hi from Mauritius, I made your banana bread as a gift for some friends this morning. It was amazing! Moist, soft, tasty, not too sweet, this will be a staple at my home now. Thank you so much for sharing!

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    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      May 27, 2022 at 1:46 pm

      Thank you so much Jenifer! So happy you enjoyed it 😉

      Reply
  59. Jill says

    April 29, 2022 at 8:04 am

    5 stars
    I tried it! It came out surprisingly good! i mean it’s the best recipe ever and I’m gonna keep it! i didn’t change a thing in the recipe that’s why I’m telling you it’s so yummy!

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      May 10, 2022 at 4:54 pm

      Thank you so much, Jill! So happy you liked it 😉

      Reply
  60. Rachel says

    April 08, 2022 at 9:42 pm

    This recipe turned out so yummy, thank you! I added walnuts but kept everything else the same. My only complaint is that my loaf didn’t rise to be as fluffy as yours. Any idea why this could be?
    Also, I think my oven temperature settings are off, because I only baked the loaf for 50 minutes and the crust was still a little overdone.

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    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      April 18, 2022 at 9:31 am

      Hi Rachel, I’m glad you liked the bread 😉 The rising issues could be caused by different factors, like using expired baking soda/ powder, opening the oven door too often, overmixing the batter.

      Reply
  61. sarah says

    April 05, 2022 at 4:51 pm

    5 stars
    made this recipe a few times into wee muffins with wee banana slices on top—absolutely perfect every time!

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      April 18, 2022 at 9:32 am

      Thank you so much, Sarah! I also love making muffins out of this banana bread 😉

      Reply
  62. Ivana says

    March 24, 2022 at 10:32 am

    5 stars
    Great recipe. Will make again. I added apple (shredded) chocolate chip cookies + almonds.

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      March 24, 2022 at 10:33 am

      Thank you so much, Ivana! I love the flavors you added to the recipe 😉

      Reply
  63. Eden says

    March 23, 2022 at 12:59 pm

    5 stars
    I think that it’s an amazing recipe! Easy to understand and everything.

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      March 24, 2022 at 10:34 am

      Thank you, Eden! Hope you enjoyed it 😉

      Reply
  64. Deanna says

    March 13, 2022 at 2:47 pm

    5 stars
    To make it even easier, I make this in my blender! The recipe is so yummy and quick! I’ve made it several times! Thanks!!

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      March 17, 2022 at 1:04 pm

      This is a great idea to use blender! I’m sure it make everything to much easier 😉

      Reply
  65. Brenda says

    March 07, 2022 at 8:56 pm

    5 stars
    This recipe is AMAZING!! It is so easy, yet it tastes as though you spent all day in the kitchen, baking this to perfection. I couldn’t believe the ease of making this. Clean up was a snap. I have found my new “go to” recipe. Thabnk you so much.

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      March 09, 2022 at 9:19 am

      Thank you so much, Brenda! So glad you liked the recipe 😉

      Reply
  66. Joanne says

    February 23, 2022 at 2:20 pm

    Thank you for this recipe. Some banana bread recipes call for THREE bowls. Nope! This worked just as well for me and it’ll now be my “go to” recipe. Might try blueberries as one person posted. Thanks again!

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      March 01, 2022 at 11:43 am

      Thank you, Joanne! I’m so happy you liked it 😉 Blueberries will be a great addition in this recipe!

      Reply
  67. Sujatha Gunawardena says

    February 03, 2022 at 1:41 am

    Why does my banana bread split on top? How to avoid this? TIA

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      February 11, 2022 at 9:10 am

      Hi Sujatha! It is absolutely ok for a banana bread to split in the middle. The reason it happens is the top cooks faster, creating a crust. When the middle part starts to bake through, it expands and cracks the top.

      Reply
  68. B says

    January 21, 2022 at 5:36 pm

    5 stars
    Super easy! Super delicious! I added walnuts and chocolate chips to this. It’s a big win in my family— thank you!

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      January 25, 2022 at 11:44 am

      Thank you so much! I’m so happy you and your family loved the recipe 😉

      Reply
  69. penny says

    December 22, 2021 at 12:18 pm

    5 stars
    I made this for my son’s family, they love it, I made 3 small pans, and I add blueberries to 1 pan, they went crazy over the blueberry one, they want me to make more. I told they when we get over ripe bananas I will, they got bananas waiting to over ripe so l can….

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    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      December 22, 2021 at 12:37 pm

      Yaay! Thank you, Penny! This is a great idea to add blueberries to the banana bread, going to try it next time 😉

      Reply
  70. Joann Kochis says

    December 20, 2021 at 5:57 pm

    Thank you for sharing this recipe for delicious banana bread. I made it with my 8 year-old granddaughter. We added chocolate chips because that’s how we like our banana bread. We’ll definitely be making it again!

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      December 22, 2021 at 12:38 pm

      Thank you so much, Joann! I also love adding chocolate chips to the banana bread!

      Reply
  71. vanessa knowlton says

    December 13, 2021 at 10:27 pm

    5 stars
    Made two loafs of banana bread with this recipe with my daughter and niece and nephew. Was very easy, and was very tasty. I’m going to be taking some for my work lunches. <3

    Reply
    • vanessa knowlton says

      December 13, 2021 at 10:28 pm

      loaves**

      Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      December 17, 2021 at 11:47 am

      Thank you so much, Vanessa! So glad you liked the recipe!

      Reply
  72. Cheryl Oquendo says

    November 08, 2021 at 10:40 pm

    Great recipe.. it is now my go to banana bread recipe. Can you use banana extract for this recipe? I don’t want to try it and ruin a super recipe.

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    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      November 11, 2021 at 10:40 am

      Thank you, Cheryl! I’m so happy you liked this recipe! For me, I don’t really like to use artificial flavors (except vanilla and almond), as they never taste as good as real ingredients.

      Reply
  73. Shari says

    October 28, 2021 at 1:22 pm

    Remove from pan after 10 minutes or wait till it is cool then remove from pan?

    Reply
  74. Rosa says

    October 23, 2021 at 6:36 pm

    Do you have to use baking soda?

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    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      November 05, 2021 at 5:45 pm

      Hi Rosa! Yes, you have to use baking soda in this recipe. Because the batter is dense, we need a leavening to make sure the bread will rise and won’t be flat.

      Reply
  75. Michelle says

    October 10, 2021 at 1:20 pm

    5 stars
    I LOVE this recipe. It is so easy and the banana bread is incredibly moist! My toddler always wants bananas at the store, then never eats them,
    so I’ve made it four times already! My fifth time is trying them as muffins, right now! Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      October 12, 2021 at 2:54 pm

      Thank you so much, Michelle! It makes me so happy to read such comments! So happy you and your toddler loves this recipe!

      Reply
  76. Sabrina Floyd says

    September 30, 2021 at 4:50 pm

    I made this .I hope it turns out well. Thanks

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      October 12, 2021 at 2:52 pm

      Thank you so much, Sabrina!

      Reply
  77. Shari says

    June 23, 2021 at 4:49 pm

    5 stars
    Easy and delicious. I added walnuts but next time will try it with the added nutmeg and apples. That sounds amazing.

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      July 13, 2021 at 10:05 am

      Thank you, Shari! I’m so glad you loved the recipe!

      Reply
  78. Grace says

    May 09, 2021 at 6:24 am

    Everytime I use baking soda without adding sour cream, my cake tastes bitter I end trashing it. And now thi recipe looks amazing to try but I’m worried of the outcome.

    Reply
  79. Audrey says

    May 06, 2021 at 8:23 am

    5 stars
    I tried the recipe today and loved it!! I added 1/2 tsp of Nutmeg and it turned out great. Thank you for this. Can’t wait to try more of your recipes.

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      May 06, 2021 at 11:10 am

      Thank you so much, Audrey! Nutmeg adds a beautiful touch to the baking goods!

      Reply
  80. Dimmerriee Brooks says

    April 18, 2021 at 5:45 pm

    5 stars
    My grown children both love this recipe. I add 1 chopped apple and either walnuts or pecans (about 1/2 to 1 cup chopped nuts) to mine and it makes it so moist. I make mine as muffins and they don’t need slicing, just eating. My husband and I also live them.

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      April 22, 2021 at 6:39 pm

      Thank you so much! I’m so happy to hear that you and your family loved this recipe!

      Reply
  81. Pat says

    April 05, 2021 at 3:20 pm

    5 stars
    This is now my go to banana bread. The wonderful smell that filled the house while baking made it very difficult for us wait on it to cool. Thank you for sharing such an easy recipe.

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      April 06, 2021 at 9:16 am

      Thank you so my, Pat! I’m so happy you liked it 😉

      Reply
  82. Nina says

    January 10, 2021 at 7:11 pm

    5 stars
    So so so goooood and so easy thanks for sharing,question 1 serving is 270 how many grams is 1 serving thanks so much

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      January 11, 2021 at 6:10 pm

      Hi Nina! Good question. Unfortunately, I don’t measure slices in grams, so I cannot tell you the exact weight. But 1 banana bread is usually enough for 10 slices.

      Reply
  83. Lauren says

    December 22, 2020 at 10:26 pm

    This looks so delicious and easy! Can’t wait to try. If I wanted to add nuts, how much would you recommend? Also, if I didn’t get to plan and had to buy bananas that weren’t overripe, would the technique of cooking the bananas in the oven to ripen work for this recipe?

    Thanks!

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    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      December 23, 2020 at 12:28 pm

      Hi Lauren! I know that many people like to add walnuts to this recipe. The amount depends on your taste. I usually put between 2/3-1 cup of chopped walnuts. It’s ok if bananas are not overripe, just follow the instructions. Let me know if you make it 😉

      Reply
  84. Sophie says

    May 25, 2020 at 12:42 am

    5 stars
    This is very good and came our perfect. My family loved it. Thanks for the detailed recipe

    Reply
    • Veronika's Kitchen says

      October 20, 2020 at 11:23 am

      Thank you, Sophie! So happy you and your family liked it!

      Reply
  85. Cory Varga says

    May 24, 2020 at 8:13 am

    5 stars
    Did someone say easy banana bread? Please count me in! I love banana bread so so much <3

    Reply
  86. Sharon says

    May 23, 2020 at 9:24 am

    5 stars
    This banana bread is a great breakfast or afternoon snack. I love that it only takes a few ingredients and one bowl to make it.

    Reply
  87. Kay says

    May 23, 2020 at 4:40 am

    5 stars
    My daughters favourite cake! Will be adding chocolate chips for her next time!

    Reply
  88. Elaine says

    May 22, 2020 at 7:55 am

    5 stars
    The banana bread to wake up to! I can already imagine the smell coming from the kitchen that makes you want to get up and rock’n’roll to it. Delicious recipe to keep handy!

    Reply
  89. Jenny Graves says

    May 20, 2020 at 11:42 am

    5 stars
    This will be my first time baking banana bread, your wonderful, thorough recipe is making it easy for me. Thank you for all your tips and directions.

    Reply
  90. Nicoletta De Angelis Nardelli says

    May 20, 2020 at 10:50 am

    5 stars
    I love the texture of this banana bread! I’ve always had banana bread with adds on like walnuts and chocolate chips, but now I want to try a simple delicious pure banana bread!

    Reply
  91. Chef Dennis says

    May 20, 2020 at 12:05 am

    5 stars
    Who wouldn’t love this classic Banana bread?! Your recipe looks really mouthwatering and it’s making me drool. I can’t wait to try making this at home.

    Reply
  92. Jess says

    May 19, 2020 at 2:16 am

    5 stars
    I love the tip to use coconut sugar. I always eat too much banana bread so then I feel guilty. But with substituting out the sugar I can eat it all without the guilt but still have the same great tasting bread!

    Reply
  93. Gloria says

    May 18, 2020 at 11:54 am

    5 stars
    Banana bread is the classic that NEVER goes out of style. Perfect for breakfast, snack and dessert. Always welcomed in my house.

    Reply
  94. Shelley says

    May 18, 2020 at 11:34 am

    5 stars
    Everybody needs a terrific, go-to banana bread recipe! I really appreciated all your great tips and info, especially the tip not to over-mix and the ideas for stir-ins like chocolate chips and even zucchini. Lots of ways to start with this basic recipe and riff from there. YUM! Thanks for all the great info to get it exactly right.

    Reply

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