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3-ingredient banana bread

3-ingredient banana bread: How to Make It Perfect

This 3-ingredient banana bread is the easiest and most delicious way to enjoy homemade banana bread. Naturally sweet from ripe bananas, soft, and perfectly moist—no eggs, no sugar, and no butter needed! Perfect for a quick breakfast, snack, or dessert.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf (10 slices) 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup + 2 tbsp mashed ripe bananas (about 3–4 bananas)
  • 2 cups self-rising flour (or substitute: 2 cups all-purpose flour + 1 tbsp baking powder + ½ tsp salt)
  • ½ cup milk of choice (dairy or non-dairy)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×4-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  • Mash the bananas in a large bowl until smooth.
  • Add the milk and stir until well combined.
  • Gradually mix in the self-rising flour, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
  • Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  • Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Slice and enjoy as-is or with your favorite spreads.

Notes

  • For extra sweetness, add 2–3 tbsp honey, maple syrup, or chocolate chips.
  • Make it dairy-free by using almond, oat, or coconut milk.
  • Store at room temperature for 3 days, in the fridge for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • If using all-purpose flour instead of self-rising, add baking powder and salt as listed above.
  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: ~120
  • Sugar: ~4g (naturally occurring from bananas)
  • Sodium: ~5mg
  • Fat: ~1g
  • Saturated Fat: ~0.3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: ~0.3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: ~24g
  • Fiber: ~1g
  • Protein: ~4g
  • Cholesterol: ~1mg

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