Bake The Perfect Banana Bread: Guide For Home Bakers

By Shreya Sarpal

December 14, 2025

This banana bread recipe transforms ripe bananas into a moist, warm, bakery-style loaf bursting with comforting flavours. Every slice is soft, aromatic, and perfect for lazy mornings, sweet cravings, or a wholesome, quick homemade treat.

Ingredients

1 cup mashed ripe bananas 1 cup all-purpose flour ½ cup sugar ¼ cup oil or melted butter 1 egg ½ tsp baking soda ½ tsp baking powder 1 pinch cinnamon (optional)

Step 1

Whisk mashed bananas, sugar, and oil together until the mixture becomes smooth, creamy, and slightly frothy.

Step 2

Add the egg and mix well so the batter becomes light and airy, helping the bread rise beautifully.

Step 3

Sift flour, baking soda, baking powder, and cinnamon, then fold gently into the wet mixture without over-mixing.

Step 4

Pour the batter into a greased loaf tin, spreading evenly so it bakes uniformly with a soft centre.

Step 5

Bake at 180°C for 35-40 minutes until golden, then cool on a rack before slicing for perfect texture.