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Easy One-Bowl Banana Bread Recipe for Moist Tender Crust Every Time

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A simple, fuss-free one-bowl banana bread recipe that yields a moist, tender crust and soft crumb, perfect for busy mornings or last-minute dessert cravings.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 ½ cups (190 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup (150 g) packed brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup (75 g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) plain yogurt, preferably whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • Optional: ½ cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your loaf pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the bananas in a large mixing bowl until mostly smooth with a few small lumps remaining (about 1 cup mashed).
  3. Add the melted butter to the bananas and stir gently to combine.
  4. Mix in the brown sugar until well combined.
  5. Whisk in the egg, yogurt, and vanilla extract until just incorporated.
  6. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  7. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined; a few streaks of flour are okay.
  8. Fold in any optional mix-ins like nuts or chocolate chips if using.
  9. Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  10. Bake for 55–65 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick inserted in the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  11. If the top browns too fast, tent loosely with foil halfway through baking.
  12. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to avoid dense bread. Use ripe, spotted bananas for best flavor and sweetness. If the crust browns too quickly, tent with foil. Let the bread cool completely before slicing to avoid a gummy center. For gluten-free, substitute flour with a 1:1 gluten-free blend. For dairy-free, use coconut yogurt and a neutral oil instead of butter.

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