Soft and Moist Banana Bread Recipe (Without a Mixer)

This easy banana bread recipe is perfect for beginners and doesn’t require a mixer! The combination of overripe bananas, brown sugar, and oil (or butter) makes this banana bread incredibly soft, moist, and delicious.

Ingredients:

• 3 overripe bananas (mashed)

• 2 large eggs (room temperature)

• ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter)

• ¾ cup brown sugar (for added moisture)

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• ½ teaspoon salt

• Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven :
   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

2. Prepare the Bananas :
   Mash the 3 overripe bananas in a large mixing bowl using a fork or potato masher until smooth. The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your banana bread will be!

3. Mix Wet Ingredients :
   Add the 2 large eggs (room temperature), ½ cup vegetable oil (or melted butter), ¾ cup brown sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Whisk the mixture well until it’s fully combined.

4. Prepare Dry Ingredients :
   In a separate bowl, combine 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt. Mix the dry ingredients thoroughly.

5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients :
   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet banana mixture. Stir gently with a spatula or spoon until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix, as this can make the bread dense.

6. Optional Add-ins :
   If you want to make your banana bread extra special, fold in ½ cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips at this stage.

7. Bake ⏲️:
   Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Use a spatula to smooth the top. Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

8. Cool :
   Once baked, remove the banana bread from the oven. Let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips for Perfect Banana Bread :

• Ripe Bananas : Use bananas that are very ripe with lots of brown spots. Overripe bananas give the bread the best flavor and moisture.

• Don’t Overmix : When mixing the batter, stir just until combined. Overmixing can result in a tough loaf.

• Optional Add-ins : Get creative! Add in your favorite nuts, chocolate chips, or even swirl in peanut butter or Nutella for a fun twist.

• Storage : Store the banana bread at room temperature for up to 3 days, or wrap it tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to a week.

Enjoy Your Soft, Moist Banana Bread!

Serve warm with a pat of butter or enjoy it on its own. This banana bread is perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even as a dessert!