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5 Ingredients Banana Bread Recipe 2 bananas

Easy 5 Ingredients Banana Bread Recipe with 2 Bananas Only

This 5 Ingredients Banana Bread Recipe using just 2 bananas is simple, quick, and incredibly satisfying.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 bananas Ripe Bananas The riper, the better for sweetness and moisture.
  • 1.5 cups Flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour.
  • 0.5 cups Butter Can swap with oil for a dairy-free version.
  • 0.5 cups Brown Sugar Adjust based on sweetness preference.
  • 1 large Egg For vegan, use a flax egg instead.
For the Optional Flavor Enhancements
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth of flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Helps the loaf rise.
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Fork or potato masher
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 loaf pan.
  2. Mash the two ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth with small lumps.
  3. Mix the melted butter, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract in another bowl until creamy.
  4. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
  5. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake in the oven for 45-55 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes and then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use bananas with lots of brown spots for the sweetest flavor. Store banana bread wrapped in plastic for optimal freshness.

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