Two Bananas Banana Bread
A simple and flavorful banana bread recipe that uses just two ripe bananas and minimal ingredients, perfect for a cozy treat.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pieces ripe bananas The browner, the better
- 1 piece egg Large or medium size
- ⅓ cup melted butter Can substitute with oil
- ½ cup sugar Brown, white, or mixed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract Optional but recommended for flavor
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Whole wheat is an alternative
- ½ tsp baking soda Helps the bread rise
- Pinch salt
Optional Add-ins
- ½ cup chocolate chips For a sweeter bread
- ½ cup nuts Chopped walnuts or pecans work well
- ¼ cup peanut butter For a nutty twist
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan (8x4 inches).
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth with no chunks.
- Add melted butter to the mashed bananas and mix well.
- Whisk in the egg, sugar, and optional vanilla extract.
Mixing
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Stir the dry mixture into the wet banana mixture, being careful not to over-mix.
Baking
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and add optional toppings if desired.
- Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
Notes
For best results, use very ripe bananas. Avoid over-mixing after adding flour to keep the bread light and fluffy. Let it cool a bit in the pan before slicing to prevent crumbling.