Easy Banana Bread

This Easy Banana Bread recipe is a favorite for its simplicity and moist texture. The secret ingredient? Mayonnaise! While it might sound unusual, mayonnaise adds moisture without affecting the flavor, resulting in a perfectly moist loaf every time. This banana bread is lightly sweetened and packed with flavor, making it a delightful treat for breakfast, a snack, or dessert. It's easy to make and uses ingredients you likely already have on hand. Whether you're using up ripe bananas or just craving a comforting homemade treat, this recipe is sure to become a go-to in your baking repertoire.

🧄 Ingredients

3 medium ripe bananas (about 1 cup mashed)
½ cup mayonnaise or salad dressing
1 large egg (room temperature)
1½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup granulated sugar
½ cup chopped pecans (optional)

Note: For homemade buttermilk, add ½ tablespoon white vinegar to ½ cup of whole milk and let it sit for 10 minutes.

🔪 Directions

Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×4-inch loaf pan and set aside.
Mash Bananas: In a medium bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
Combine Wet Ingredients: To the mashed bananas, add the mayonnaise and egg. Mix until well combined.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and granulated sugar.
Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Add the banana mixture to the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Add Nuts: Fold in the chopped pecans, if using.
Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 60–70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool: Remove from the pan and place on a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

📊 Nutritional Estimate (per serving)

Calories: Approximately 250 kcal
Total Fat: 12 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Cholesterol: 35 mg
Sodium: 150 mg
Total Carbohydrates: 35 g
Dietary Fiber: 1 g
Sugars: 20 g
Protein: 3 g

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