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My Grandma’s tried and true Easy Banana Bread recipe is a classic favorite and hands down the BEST!  Perfectly sweet, super moist and loaded with delicious banana flavor!

This has been one of my favorite banana bread recipes since I can remember and I have to give my Grandma ALL the credit.  She literally makes the BEST and it was always a staple in her home growing up.  This banana bread is so moist and fluffy, incredibly easy to make and is the perfect way to use up those overripe bananas!  Everyone needs a staple banana bread recipe and I hope this one is yours!

Now for the disclaimer.  This is definitely not considered a healthy banana bread as it does contain butter and sugar, but SO MANY people have asked me for this recipe over the years that I wanted to share it on my blog for those who wanted to make it.  I mean hey, all things should be eaten in moderation anyway, right??  I have tried modifying this recipe several times to make it a bit healthier, but it just never comes out quite the same so I wanted you all to have the original recipe 😊

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If you’re looking for healthier bread or muffin recipes, check out these banana breakfast muffins (can be made into bread as well!) or these chocolate chip banana zucchini muffins!  You’ll also love this almond flour pumpkin bread and this healthy zucchini bread.  Honestly guys, my Grandma’s banana bread recipe is just TOO good not to share so feel free to move along if this bread isn’t for you.

This particular recipe makes one standard loaf of bread, but you could also make 3 mini loaves (I promise your neighbors will thank you!) or even muffins!  See below for the different baking times depending on how you choose to make this.

To Store: This banana bread can be stored in an airtight container or wrapped in plastic or foil at room temp for up to 3 days, but make sure to refrigerate after that to keep this longer.  This bread will last up to a week in the fridge.

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To Freeze: This bread freezes really well too!  You can either wrap the entire loaf in plastic wrap, aluminum foil or a freezer-safe bag or you can freeze individual slices.  When ready to serve, allow to thaw out overnight in the refrigerator and bring to room temperature before slicing.  This bread will keep in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Hope you all enjoy my Grandma’s Easy Banana Bread and if you love this recipe as much as we do, please leave me a five-star rating below and don’t forget to tag me on Instagram using the hashtag #! I love seeing all your delicious recreations!

* Please note that all nutrition information are just estimates. Values will vary among brands, so we encourage you to calculate these on your own for most accurate results.Put those ripe bananas to use in this moist, delicious banana bread and you'll learn why it's the most popular recipe on Simply Recipes.

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This banana bread has been the most popular recipe on Simply Recipes for over 10 years. Thousands of people make it every day. Why?

Because it really is the best banana bread recipe, period. You can mix everything in one bowl, you can vary the amount of sugar or bananas. And the secret to its great flavor? Melted butter.

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The beauty of this banana bread recipe is you don't need a fancy mixer! A mixing bowl, a fork to whisk the eggs, and a sturdy spoon to mix the batter are all you need. The sugar amount is flexible. The original recipe called for a cup of white sugar, but most people, including me, do just fine with 3/4 cup, and many are happy with 1/2 cup.

You can toss in a cup of chopped nuts, raisins, or chocolate chips if you want, or put the batter into muffin tins and make banana nut muffins instead. You can even go a step further and make chocolate banana bread.

I was given this banana bread recipe years ago from my friend Heidi H, who, many years before, had begged the recipe from a ski buddy’s mother—Mrs. Hockmeyer. Thanks Heidi!

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All these years later, we were curious to know more about who Mrs. Hockmeyer is, and how Heidi got her recipe in the first place. You can read all about it in this story.

This recipe calls for an 8x4-inch loaf pan, which produces a tall loaf. The recipe will also work in an 8 1/2x4 1/2-inch loaf pan, producing a slightly shorter bread. Since the pan is a bit larger, the bake time is shorter: 47 to 57 minutes. A 9x5-inch pan will yield an especially short but still delicious bread; bake for 45 to 55 minutes.

This recipe calls for an 8x4-inch loaf pan. If you are baking in an 8 1/2x4 1/2-inch pan, bake for 47 to 57 minutes. If baking in a 9x5-inch pan, bake for 45 to 55 minutes. Note that the larger pan size will produce a flatter loaf.

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The best bananas to use for banana bread are those that are overripe. The yellow peels should be at least half browned, and the bananas inside squishy and browning.

*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2, 000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate. In cases where multiple ingredient alternatives are given, the first listed is calculated for nutrition. Garnishes and optional ingredients are not included.

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