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Irresistible Honey Vanilla Banana Bread Recipe

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This moist, naturally sweet banana bread is made with ripe bananas, golden honey, and a splash of vanilla. It’s simple, quick, and versatile—perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert. No fancy equipment required, just basic ingredients and one mixing bowl.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 10 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup melted butter or coconut oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it. Set aside.
  2. Mash the bananas in a large bowl using a fork until mostly smooth. A few small lumps are fine.
  3. Add eggs, honey, melted butter or coconut oil, and vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Stir well until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, cinnamon (if using), and salt. Whisk to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture. Mix gently with a wooden spoon or spatula just until no streaks of flour remain. Do not overmix.
  6. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Optionally, sprinkle with chopped nuts or oats.
  7. Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean. Check for doneness starting at 45 minutes.
  8. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Use very ripe bananas with lots of brown spots for the best flavor and sweetness.

For a dairy-free version, use coconut oil instead of butter.

Add-ins like chocolate chips or chopped walnuts can be folded into the batter before baking.

This recipe freezes well. Wrap slices individually or wrap the whole loaf and store in a freezer-safe bag.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 50

Find it online: https://recipesmars.com/2025/06/irresistible-honey-vanilla-banana-bread-recipe/