Beat This Banana Bread

Looking for the ultimate banana bread recipe? "Beat This Banana Bread" lives up to its name, delivering a perfectly moist, tender loaf brimming with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas. This no-fail recipe requires just 10 minutes of prep time and uses pantry staples like melted butter, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract for a rich, warm flavor. A foolproof combination of baking soda and all-purpose flour creates the ideal texture, while optional mix-ins like chopped walnuts or chocolate chips allow you to customize this classic treat. With a golden crust and bakery-worthy aroma, this banana bread is perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a mid-day snack. Serve it warm with a pat of butter or enjoy it plain—it’s bound to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:55 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 pieces ripe bananas
• 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 1 piece large egg
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 cups optional chopped walnuts or chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray, and optionally line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas using a fork or potato masher until smooth. A few small lumps are okay.

Step 3

Stir in the melted butter until fully combined.

Step 4

Add the granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix well until the ingredients come together into a smooth mixture.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.

Step 6

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix, as this can make the bread dense.

Step 7

If you're using chopped walnuts or chocolate chips, gently fold them into the batter at this stage.

Step 8

Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 10

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.

Step 11

Enjoy your Beat-This Banana Bread as a snack, breakfast, or dessert with a cup of coffee or tea!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	922.8 grams (922.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2876

Total Fat 143.50g	184%
Saturated Fat 66.90g	335%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 444mg	148%
Sodium 1935mg	84%
Total Carbohydrate 377.30g	137%
Dietary Fiber 18.20g	65%
Total Sugars 196.10g
Protein 39.80g	80%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 136mg	10%
Iron 12mg	68%
Potassium 1805mg	38%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 43.6%

Protein: 5.4%

Carbs: 51.0%