Banana Bread Recipe: The Perfect Snack for Busy Days

Let me take you back to 2020, those long pandemic days when all we seemed to do was bake banana bread. Remember when we were all home, trying new recipes, and the smell of banana bread filled our kitchens? It became such a comforting and nostalgic treat. Now, with kids back to school and life getting busy again, having quick snacks is more important than ever. Recently, my family has been obsessed with banana bread! I love it because it’s so simple to make, and you can have a delicious loaf ready in just 1 hour. It’s the perfect go-to snack for those busy school days.

Easy Quick Banana Bread

Banana bread is one of those recipes that never gets old. It’s sweet, soft, and full of flavor, plus it’s a great way to use up those ripe bananas sitting on your counter. Whether you're new to baking or a seasoned pro, this recipe is super easy and only requires a few basic ingredients. It’s perfect for breakfast, a lunchbox snack, or an afternoon treat with tea or coffee.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Ingredients

  

• 3 Ripe bananas the riper the better
• 1/2 cup yoghurt plain
• 1/2 cup sugar optional
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp Baking soda
• A pinch salt
• 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

Instructions

 

• Preheat your oven to (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
• Mash the bananas in a large bowl. The riper they are, the easier they’ll mash! You can use a fork or a potato masher.
• Add the melted butter to the mashed bananas and stir until combined.
• Mix in the sugar, beaten egg, and yogurt . You’ll want everything well combined and smooth.
• Sprinkle in the baking soda and salt, then stir it into the banana mixture.
• Fold in the flour gently. Make sure everything is mixed, but don’t overdo it! Overmixing can make the bread dense instead of fluffy.
• Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
• Bake for 55-60 minutes 
  
• Let the banana bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
  

Notes

Tips for the Best Banana Bread:

• Use overripe bananas: The more brown spots they have, the sweeter and more flavorful your bread will be.
• Use high quality vanilla yogurt: use high quality yogurt it really increases the quality of the loaf. The taste is phenomenal

 

This banana bread is not only easy and quick to make, but it’s also a family favorite. Whether we’re enjoying it fresh out of the oven or packing it for school snacks, it never disappoints. Plus, it’s a great way to use those bananas that are too ripe to eat on their own. It’s moist, flavorful, and the perfect treat for any time of day.

I hope this recipe brings a little bit of comfort and joy to your home, just like it does to mine! Let me know if you try it out—I’d love to hear how it turns out!