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This banana bread is quick and easy to prepare, and everyone always comes back for seconds!
This delicious and easy banana bread recipe comes together quickly with budget-friendly ingredients you likely already have on hand.?
How to Make Easy Banana Bread
You'll find a detailed ingredient list and step-by-step instructions in the recipe below, but let's go over the basics:
Easy Banana Bread Ingredients
These are the basic ingredients you?ll need to make this easy banana bread recipe (you probably already have most of them in your kitchen):
- Bananas: Start with three ripe, mashed bananas.?
- Sugar: White sugar sweetens things up.?
- Egg: An egg adds moisture and helps bind the banana batter together.?
- Butter: Half a stick of melted butter lends more moisture and richness.?
- Flour: All-purpose flour gives the easy banana bread structure.?
- Baking soda: Baking soda acts as a leavener, which means it helps the bread rise.?
- Salt: A teaspoon of salt enhances the flavors of the other ingredients.?
How Do You Make Easy Banana Bread?
Here?s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make this incredibly easy banana bread at home:?
- Combine the dry ingredients in one bowl and the wet ingredients in another.?
- Stir the dry mixture into the wet mixture.
- Pour the batter into a prepared loaf pan and bake.?
Storage and Freezing Instructions
To store this easy banana bread: Place a paper towel at the bottom of an airtight container or in a zip-top bag. Place the cooled banana bread loaf on top of it, then cover the loaf with another paper towel. Seal the container tightly and store it at room temperature for about four days. You can freeze the banana bread for two to four months.?
Cookdap Community Tips and Praise
?Very good simple recipe,? according to one Cookdap community member. ?Sometimes less is more. Great flavor and texture. I went with dark brown sugar. Looking forward to adding spices and nuts. Perfect!?
?Easiest and best recipe I have ever used,? raves Anita Burian. ?I made a large loaf the first time then started making mini loaves for gifting! Yummy!?
?I have used this recipe, faithful to the ingredients, for years and loved it,? says another Cookdap community member. ?Yesterday when I went to make it I didn't have butter so I used some of my roommate?s ghee… OMG!!!! That just took an already fantastic recipe to a new level.?
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 egg
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
Step 2
Combine bananas, sugar, egg, and butter together in a bowl. Mix flour and baking soda together in a separate bowl; stir into banana mixture until batter is just mixed.
Step 3
Stir in salt; pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
Step 4
Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted in the center of the bread comes out clean, about 1 hour.
Step 5
Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 10 | |
| Calories 225 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat5g | 7% |
| Saturated Fat3g | 16% |
| Cholesterol31mg | 10% |
| Sodium399mg | 17% |
| Total Carbohydrate42g | 15% |
| Dietary Fiber1g | 5% |
| Total Sugars24g | |
| Protein3g | |
| Vitamin C3mg | 16% |
| Calcium9mg | 1% |
| Iron1mg | 6% |
| Potassium155mg | 3% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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I did’t get to try this yet, but the family LOVED it! I only had 4 large-ish bananas, so I just used those, which worked out fine. Also, I did reduce the salt to only 1 teaspoon b/c I felt that 2 would be too much. This baked longer than an hour in my oven…had to add about another 15-20 mins. (I covered the top of the bread w/ foil so that it wouldn’t get too dark). This makes a HUGE loaf…great for sharing! This was very easy to throw together…a keeper! Thanks for sharing. 🙂
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Truly an easy recipe to follow and make! I had enough mix that I could make two loaves of the bread. If you have two bread pans, keep one on standby! My family couldn’t stop saying how good it was.
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I was looking for a good banana bread recipe that didn’t call for any special ingredients. This was it! Easy to make and tastes awesome! Will make again!
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I used 2 1/2 bananas that came to 1 1/3 cups of mashed to make this bread, and the sugar I used was Sugar in the Raw organic cane sugar. The bread itself turned out to be a smaller loaf than what I’ve made in the past, and it was easy to make because of the few ingredients it called for. It is especially good toasted with butter because the outside gets crunchy. I would definitely make this again! Thanks, Joy!
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This is very similar to the banana bread my mother made – simple, moist, and tasty with the banana the star. The only thing I would change might be using baking powder instead is baking soda to try to get a bit more rise. I will be making this again and again especially since Marianne suggested toasting it! Thank you, Joy
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Super fast, easy, moist, and terrific! My family loved it. I did top it off with a strudel type topping of flour, brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon. Saw one review which stated that it made two loaves but it only made one medium size loaf from the recipe. Will definitely use this one again.
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1st time making this, and it turned out great ( even if I did forget the salt, lol) next time I may try it with nuts
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Really good, just right. The crust is caramelized a bit and the texture is cake like and perfect.I will keep this as my basic banana bread recipe.
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This was the best banana bread I have ever made. Came out so moist and absolutely delicious. It’s very easy to make aswell which is an added bonus. The bananas I had were quite small so I used 4, I only had self raising flour so omitted the baking powder and salt, and added 5ml of vanilla extract. I am so happy to have found this recipe….no more throwing over ripe bananas away. Problem is my 4 year old loves it so much I’ll be baking this every week.
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Absolutely love it. Added a teaspoon of vanilla scent just for the extra wow factor. Perfect recipe.
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I’m eating a slice as I type. Delicious! Easy! I’m glad that it’s not soggy like too many banana breads I’ve made. It’s a true bread — not overly sweet and nicely moist. Thanks, Joy!
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I was looking for an easy recipe with baking soda as I didn’t have any powder. I followed it almost exactly, except I cut down the sugar for my own preference. WOW! This turned out to be the best banana bread I’ve ever made, so easy and it was gone in a day. I would love to try and add nuts or maybe vanilla someday, but for a base recipe, this one is ‘bananas!’.
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I have to say that this is so light and moist! I have added Pecans, Walnuts and even Blueberries and Strawberries. You can add just about anything and it still comes out perfect!
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Turned out great. I put a streusel topping on it but it would have been really good without it. Made one large loaf. Used self rising flour because it’s all I had and omitted the baking soda. Fairly sweet, I’m going to cut the sugar next time and see how it turns out. Will make again, maybe with nuts too.
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Very easy to make with ingredients already on hand. My husband loved it!
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This was delicious! For some reason I ended up taking it out of the oven at 45 minutes and it was perfect! Super moist with a touch more ooey gooey-ness! If you love that, I highly recommend! I’m going to make it with dark chocolate chips next time!
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After trying to bake banana bread one time years ago and miserably failed, I decided to look for a simple recipe. This was amazing! Was not soggy in the middle at all like the one I had made years ago. I did add a splash of vanilla extract and added walnuts to the top. Also, baking time for my bread was only 45 minutes in a 9×5 metal pan and it was completely done. This recipe is fabulous! Will be making it more! Thank you!
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Kids loved it. Had to bake it a little longer than the suggested time until butter knife came out clean though. Most successful Banana bread I’ve made thus far.
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The first time I made just as the recipe called. I thought it was great just a little too sweet. The second time I made it with two large bananas and cut the sugar back to about 3/4 of a cup and it was even better. I made muffins instead of a loaf.
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I added walnuts. Yummy!!!
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Just made this, with my 7 y/o very easy and made a delicious loaf!
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Tasted the baking soda to much!
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I doubled the recipe for two loaves. Cooked one in a dark metal pan and the other in glass. The glass one baked more slowly and evenly. I made a couple changes to the recipe: for a double recipe I decreased sugar to 2/3c brown sugar and 2/3c white sugar. I also added about a cup of milk chocolate chips. It was delicious. Will make again.
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First attempt at banana bread and it was a delicious success! Only change is I followed other reviewers and added a dash of vanilla. I also made muffins instead of a loaf, did same temp for about 30 minutes and they are perfect!
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Seriously the easiest and tastiest banana bread. Beyond perfect. I always double it and it never lasts more than a day or so in this house.
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Very simple and really good! was a hit with my family and co-workers.
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Delicious! I loved the sweetness and simplicity of this bread! I followed this recipe to a T with the exception of 2 additions which I thought were simple enough without completely changing the taste. I added 1/2 tsp of vanilla and lightly dusted (not even quite half a tsp) the top with white sugar to make a sweet and pretty crust.
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Easy and yummy recipe with ingredients I had on hand. Used self rising flour and bananas I had in freezer that I let thaw before making. 2 thumbs up!
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It was so easy to throw together, even with a demanding 1 year old around. I didn’t even mash the bananas very well but it still turned out consistent! I added about 1/8th of a cup of dark chocolate chips for a smattering of chocolate here and there, so decadent! I will bookmark and use this again 🙂
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This was a great recipe and made a moist, flavourful loaf! Baked perfectly in a glass dish in 1 hour as suggested. Only tweaks made were I added 1 tsp of Vanilla and some chocolate chips per personal preference 🙂 I will be making this again!!
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Awesome, really easy and lots of compliments!
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Super easy and quick and loved that the banana shone through. Yummy!! I slightly browned the butter on the stove when I melted it and next time I will use a little less sugar but that is a personal preference. Great recipe. Thanks!
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very good. I added nuts to mine.
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I loved it! Amazing and simple recipe!
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This will be my go to recipe for banana bread from now on…thanks Joy!
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Love this recipe!! And you can easily add walnuts or choc. chips!
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I put a half cup of butter, and two eggs., along with a wee bit of vanilla extract. Came out perfect. Also changed the baking soda to 1/4 tsp, and added 1/4 tsp baking powder. Seems to make it a bit lighter.
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This is a wonderful and easy recepie. I made a few small changes. I cut back on the sugar to 3/4 cup. Added 1/2 tspoon of vanilla extract . Also added 1/2 cup or so of crushed walnuts. Bread came out very flavorful . All done in about one hr.
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Easy to make. My family loved it! Will make again. Made per directions but I bet it would be great with walnuts too!
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While vacationing we had 3 over ripe bananas. Perfect and a tasty treat for the ride home. Added some left over pecans too.
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great recipe! I should have cooked mine for a little less time, but over all tastes amazing. I added some chocolate chips in my mix making it super yummy! also tossed some oats on top to make it pretty. I have a gas stove so maybe that’s why it cooked a little quick. AMAZING
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Super easy. Great for a first time bread maker like me. No changes this time.
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I didn’t make a single change to the original recipe because I had limited ingredients and it was perfect! Light, fluffy, cake like texture. I did however make two small loaves (8 x 3.75 disposable pans) and added dark chocolate chips and walnuts to one. Heavenly!! Cooking time was about 35 mins, a little extra for the one w/ choc & nuts.
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I was worried because the bananas I used weren’t all the way ripped but it still turned out delicious.
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A super simple, 7-ingredient banana bread. I pulled the bananas out of the freezer to use in this recipe. I doubled the recipe and baked in 5 (6x 3 1/2) pans. I did add 3/4 tsp. of baking powder to ensure a nice rise in the bread.
The results were a delicious banana bread that we love to toast. It is definitely the quickest and easiest banana bread I’ve made. -
The whole family loved this! It wasn’t until after we’d eaten half the loaf that I realized I’d forgotten to add the butter. No one missed it!
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This recipe is simple and it tastes delicious. Everyone in the house loved it. 🙂
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I added a few extra ingredients but it came out perfect!!
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Perfectly moist and SOO delicious. I added a teaspoon of vanilla, a 1/4-1/2 cup of chopped walnuts, and halved the salt to 1/2 tsp (only because the only butter I had was already salted). My husband couldn’t stop raving about it!
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PERFECT!!!although I couldn’t help but to add a lil of my favorite spices, just a dash of cinnamon, ginger, and all spice, also about a teaspoon of real vanilla extract. Never made banana bread til tonight and wow you’d think—I thought I was a pro baker,,,,,,YUMMY!ThAnKs JoY!!!
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Super easy. Family loved it!
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Fabulous for the 8th time!!!!
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Easy and yummy! Made it twice this week because it just gets gobbled up fast. If you follow the recipe there is no after taste of baking powder.
I added chocolate chips to it. I know some would add nuts but we have a child with food allergies. Chocolate works just as well. She didn’t complain LOL
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This was very easy to make with kids. We made muffins out of the batter as well as added raisins to it.
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I added 1/2 cup of pecans it is excellent!!!
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This is so good that it is not going to make it for Christmas dinner tomorrow!
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This receipe is simple, easy and tasty! In my oven, it took 1 hour and 14 minutes to bake. Falls apart easily when sliced.
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One of my intentions for the new year is to not waste food. I had six very wipe bananas on hand so I decided to make banana bread. This recipe led to the best banana bread I’ve ever made! I took a few of the other reviewers’ suggestions and added a bit of brown sugar, pecans, and a dash of vanilla. So yummy!
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JUST made this and it is SO good, my freezer is overflowing with ripe bananas so I needed to make some bread. Added 1tsp vanilla and a dash of nutmeg and cinnamon, this is my new go to recipe or banana bread.
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I only had two overly ripe bananas, so that is what I used. Used baking powder instead of baking soda because another reviewer suggested that change. Added about 1/2 cup chopped pecans because i had some left from Christmas baking. Hubby said it was the best I ever made!
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The best thing I can say is that my grandson Sebastian loves it! I have made it several times and will continue making it for family and friends. The only change that I made is that I switched the white sugar for brown sugar. Love it!
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This was THE BEST banana bread I’ve ever made!
I only had two bananas but decided to give it a try anyway and it came out perfect. The only thing I added to the recipe was a teaspoon of baking powder n it came out light n fluffy.
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This is one of those perfect and simple recipes that if changed can only make it worse. So easy, so good.
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I did not include the butter and I substituted the exact same amount of flour for whole wheat flour. I also added chopped walnuts. It came out perfectly. After about 25 minutes I turned the heat down to 300 and then checked it every 10 minutes with a toothpick.
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I loved it but what about the nuts should i just add some to it?
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The best banana bread I’ve ever made! I didn’t have butter, so I substituted vegetable oil and added chocolate chips. It turned out so moist and delicious!
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I haven’t tried it but it’s been hubby approved. I followed the recipe exactly but next time I’ll add a bit of vanilla. Super easy to make!
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Easy and delicious.
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I have never made banana bread. I had my 10 year old daughter make the banana bread, while I supervised her. It was so easy for her, as it was her first time making it. Unsure of the of what to expect, it came out so delicious.
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This recipe was very simple & easy easy to follow, my 5 year old even helped! I only had 2 bananas on hand & I added some vanilla and cinnamon. It turned out great!
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I cut back on the sugar the second time because it was to sweet, but other than that it was delicious! My family loves this and I’ve been making it probably too often.
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Really easy recipe. I only had 2 ripe bananas, so I used half an unripe one. Came out very well but a little less sweet and less moist than other recipes I’ve used. That may have been due to the lack of bananas so I’ll take them blame. This recipe is definitely a keeper.
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Can I do 10 Stars?
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I’m 16 and ever since my mimmie (grandmother) whom lived with us passed, I’ve wanted to whip up delicious recipes just like she did for us every day…this bread is such a simplistic and delicious recipe that my very picky family even adored it. It was amazing to feel like I could make something so special for them. Just as a tip you will have to cook it for 1 hr and 20 minutes, but for the last 20mins cover the top with foil so it doesn’t get too brown.
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I absolutely loved it and the only thing I changed on the recipe was I used Cake Flour instead. It was great and thanks for sharing.
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so good. everyone in my house loved it
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Excellent recipe! I made it for a bunch of teenage boys and they gobbled it down!
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Great recipe I have made often EXCEPT I use four bananas and ONLY HALF THE SUGAR. Tastes great and comes out perfect every time.
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My favorite recipe I have found on here I lost track of how many times I have made this. Now I used it as a great jumping off point and make a ton of tweaks now for fun. Never had an issue. I add walnuts or chocolate chips on the top. Sometimes I reduced the sugar by a 1/3 cup and substitute cocoa powder for a yummy chocolate banana loaf. I have tried using 2 1/2 bananas (dropped a half on accident) still came out great. I love trading the sugar out for light brown sugar. If you substitute baking powder for baking soda it helps it rise more but I find the flavor a little more bland. Toss in a teaspoon of vanilla or molasses for a yummy extra flavor. I have forgotten the salt all the time and it still comes out great.
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I made two batches: one regular loaf and one converted to muffins! To each one I did add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts and used brown sugar instead of white. Unfortunately, I forgot the baking soda in the loaf so it turned out rather flat, oops! The muffins were baked at 325 for 30 mins, but were a tad overdone, so I’ll bake them for 25 mins next time. Everything turned out very well otherwise! Love it!
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This was my 1st time making banana bread (more like a cake). I have never baked any cake before except using cake mix as a teenager. I used less sugar (3/4 cup brown sugar), had no vanilla, so used 2 tsp 5 spice powder and 2 1/2 bananas. It was absolutely delicious and it came out perfect. The hubby was impressed and I gave some to my neighbour who said it was spot on for a 1st time and I should continue making more. This was last month and I will be making another one tomorrow. I hope I have beginners luck again. Thank you for this recipe. It took me a good month to work up the courage to try this recipe. After looking at a couple others I decided on this recipre
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Very easy and I had all ingredients on hand. I used 3/4 tsp salt but it was a bit much so I’d use even less next time. I used 3/4 cup sugar per reviews but I should’ve used the full cup. I wish it would’ve raised some more. It’s a good basic recipe and I’d definitely make again, adding some raisins or even chocolate chips. My overly picky 3 year old eats this up so I’m really happy with this recipe.
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I had 4 bananas that were so overripe, I HAD to find something to do with them. I have a couple other recipes, but I wanted something that was quick and easy, and this is it! It literally took me 5 minutes to prepare… I was ready before the over preheated!
So, I did use 4 instead of 3 bananas… I also added 1/2c of raisins (because I like them) as well as added 1/4t of almond extract.
This is so delicious, that nearly the entire loaf was gone before lunchtime… I will for sure make this one again.
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didn’t rise at all … would recommend adding some baking powder otherwise good taste
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I made it today, I added some nut to make some Banana Nut French Toast for my 9 yrs old son. I was really pleased at the outcome of the bread and the french toast, I sure wish I hadn’t broke my phone because it deserved a picture and a post. Lol.. Thanks Joy.
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I used brown sugar instead of whit (same measurement as the white), and added chopped walnuts, chocolate chips and coconut flakes. Super delicious, thanks for sharing 🙂
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Made it as written. It turned out beautiful and the family loved it!
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Super easy and fast. It is delicious and was gobbled up in our house!
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excellent!
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I did the same as some others and switched out the baking soda for baking powder and then made them as muffins instead of bread and added chocolate chips. They were great and so easy to make. I had another banana bread recipie that I never used because it was too complex. I can see me using this every time my bananas start getting old. Or even when they don’t!!
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Made this just as recipe instructs. Very easy and great flavor. Went quickly with the family.
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I loved it because the top was crunchy I assume from the sugar and melted butter. but it did have that baking soda taste slightly. I think I may just use half of the recipes called for. but I will definitely make it again today.
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I loved it,very moist n sweet. I added cinnamon powder and almond flakes on top n it was perfect
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Turned out great!!! I used 2 medium to large bananas. Has a great taste. Only makes one loaf.
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Instead of baking soda I used baking powder! It rises and tasted really good! Baking powder was a key for this recipe
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I made this and it was awesome! Now it’s my new Banana Bread recipe! 🙂
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Best banana bread recipe !!!!!!! I added shavings of good quality chocolate and 2 teaspoons of milk. Was moist and delicious!!
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The recipe is just perfect – easy, fast and delicious.
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Made it just as the recipe said, and it was very good
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I messed up and used ‘salted’ butter It caused a salt overload.
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