One Bowl Banana Bread
A simple and delicious banana bread recipe that only requires one bowl to prepare. Perfect for using up ripe bananas!
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1.5 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 3 bananas) Use overripe bananas for best results.
- 1/3 cup melted coconut oil or melted butter Coconut oil adds a tropical flavor.
- 1/4 cup full-fat coconut milk, yogurt, or sour cream Adds moisture to the bread.
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten Bind the ingredients together.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For added flavor.
Dry Ingredients
- 3/4 cup dark muscovado or dark brown sugar For sweetness and richness.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Gives structure to the bread.
- 1 cup whole wheat flour Adds nutty flavor and fiber.
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda Helps the bread rise.
- 1/2 teaspoon fine grain sea salt Enhances flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and place a rack in the center.
- Lightly grease a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with oil.
- Mash the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth with some small chunks.
- Add the melted coconut oil, dark muscovado sugar, and coconut milk to the mashed bananas, stirring until well combined.
- Mix in the lightly beaten eggs and vanilla extract until everything is blended.
- Gently add the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking soda, and sea salt. Mix until just combined, avoiding over-mixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and evenly distribute.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 50 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cooling and Serving
- Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and serve as desired.
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Notes
For variations: add nuts, chocolate chips, or spices to customize your banana bread.