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Honey Vanilla Banana Bread

Irresistibly Moist Honey Vanilla Banana Bread Bliss

This Honey Vanilla Banana Bread is a delightful blend of ripe bananas and honey, offering a moist and fluffy texture, perfect for breakfasts and snacks.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3-4 pieces Ripe Bananas Look for bananas with lots of brown spots!
  • 1/2 cup Honey Can substitute with maple syrup.
  • 1/3 cup Unsalted Butter Melted; coconut oil can be used for dairy-free.
  • 1 piece Egg Can replace with 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce for egg-free.
  • 1.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Do not overmix.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1/2 cup Walnuts or Pecans (Optional) Can substitute with chocolate chips.

Equipment

  • loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan lined with parchment paper.
  2. Mash 3-4 ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth, leaving some lumps.
  3. Mix in 1/3 cup melted unsalted butter until glossy and well combined.
  4. Add 1/2 cup honey, 1 beaten egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and mix until smooth.
  5. Add 1 teaspoon baking soda and a pinch of salt, followed by 1.5 cups all-purpose flour, and fold gently.
  6. If using, fold in 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (or chocolate chips).
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top and ensuring no air bubbles.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use very ripe bananas and avoid overmixing. Store leftovers in an airtight container for freshness.

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