This Best Banana Bread Recipe is ultra-moist, full of banana flavor, and incredibly easy to make. With simple ingredients and a perfectly soft texture, this one-bowl banana bread is the only recipe you’ll ever need!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Super Moist & Soft – Thanks to ripe bananas and butter. One-Bowl Recipe – Easy cleanup with minimal steps. Naturally Sweet – Uses overripe bananas for extra flavor. Perfect for Breakfast or Snacks – Delicious anytime!
Ingredients for the Best Banana Bread
- Overripe bananas (mashed) – 3 large (about 1 ½ cups)
- Unsalted butter (melted) – ½ cup (1 stick)
- Granulated sugar – ¾ cup
- Brown sugar – ¼ cup (adds moisture & richness)
- Eggs (room temperature) – 2 large
- Vanilla extract – 2 teaspoons
- All-purpose flour – 2 cups
- Baking soda – 1 teaspoon
- Salt – ½ teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon (optional, but recommended) – 1 teaspoon
- Greek yogurt or sour cream – ¼ cup (for extra moisture)
Optional Add-Ins:
- Chopped walnuts or pecans – ½ cup
- Chocolate chips – ½ cup
- Shredded coconut – ¼ cup