Moms Best Banana Bread

Moist, tender, and irresistibly flavorful, Mom’s Best Banana Bread is a timeless recipe filled with the comforting nostalgia of a homemade treat. Made with three overripe bananas for maximum sweet, natural banana flavor, this quick bread combines pantry staples like butter, sugar, and flour for a fuss-free but decadent bake. Optional mix-ins like chocolate chips or walnuts take it to the next level, making it perfect for breakfast, a midday snack, or dessert. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a single mixing bowl, this no-fail recipe is ideal for both beginner bakers and seasoned pros looking for the ultimate banana bread experience. Serve it warm or at room temperature, and watch it disappear slice by slice!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 pieces ripe bananas
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 0.75 cup granulated sugar
• 1 piece large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup optional mix-ins (e.g., chocolate chips or chopped walnuts)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

Peel the ripe bananas and mash them thoroughly in a large bowl using a fork or potato masher until smooth.

Step 3

Melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan or in the microwave, then allow it to cool slightly.

Step 4

In the large bowl with the mashed bananas, stir in the melted butter and granulated sugar until well combined.

Step 5

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture, mixing until fully incorporated.

Step 6

Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and stir to combine.

Step 7

Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 8

If desired, fold in any optional mix-ins like chocolate chips or chopped walnuts.

Step 9

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 11

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	870.3 grams (870.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2562

Total Fat 90.70g	116%
Saturated Fat 40.60g	203%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 124mg	41%
Sodium 2063mg	90%
Total Carbohydrate 428.90g	156%
Dietary Fiber 18.20g	65%
Total Sugars 234.10g
Protein 30.90g	62%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 135mg	10%
Iron 11mg	63%
Potassium 1680mg	36%

*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: 30.7%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 64.6%