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3 ingredient banana bread

3 Ingredient Banana Bread: How to Bake in 15 Minutes!


  • Author: Sylvia
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 slices 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Craving homemade banana bread but short on time? This 3 ingredient banana bread is your answer! Whip up a moist, naturally sweet loaf in just 15 minutes—no mixer, no fuss. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or last-minute cravings!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 large overripe bananas (1 cup mashed)
  • 1 cup self-rising flour (or gluten-free 1:1 blend)
  • 1 large egg (or ½ cup oats for vegan)

Instructions

  1. Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F. Mash bananas until smooth (small lumps ok!).
  2. Mix: Stir in flour and egg/oats until just combined (do not overmix!).
  3. Bake: Pour batter into a greased loaf pan. Bake 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  4. Cool: Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  • Ripe bananas: The spottier, the sweeter! No ripe bananas? Microwave unpeeled ones for 30 seconds.
  • Substitutions: Use oat flour (gluten-free) or flax eggs (vegan).
  • Storage: Freeze slices for up to 3 months. Reheat in a toaster!
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 7g (natural from bananas)
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 1g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg (omit with vegan swaps)

Keywords: 3 ingredient banana bread, easy breakfast recipe, quick baking, vegan banana bread, gluten-free snacks