Easy Banana Bread Recipe (Quick Banana Muffins Using Ripe Bananas)

If you’re looking for an easy banana bread recipe to use up ripe bananas, this is my go-to. It’s quick, foolproof, and perfect for baking on cosy mornings. I recently made these muffins while wearing our Copenhagen fleece - perfect for weekends (and weekdays!). 

You can make this as a banana loaf or turn it into banana muffins for a faster bake. This recipe is inspired by my sister’s own version and a classic Mary Berry banana bread - and the best part is that you can add all the ingredients at once. No separating wet and dry. Just mix, bake and enjoy.

Ingredients for Easy Banana Bread

• 3 ripe bananas
• 1 cup self-raising flour
• 1 cup sugar (white, brown, caster — any works)
• 2 eggs
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 2 tbsp milk
• Optional flavour additions: cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract or chocolate chips

Method: How to Make Banana Bread

1. Place all ingredients into your mixer at the same time.
2. Mix until smooth and combined - don’t worry about technique, this recipe is intentionally simple.
3. Pour into a loaf tin or divide into a 12-cup muffin tray.

This is a quick banana bread recipe designed to use whatever you already have in your cupboard - making it ideal for spontaneous baking. Whether you’re baking at home,  heading out to run some errands or walking the dog, our fleece collection is designed for warmth and comfort.

Baking Instructions

• Fan oven: 180°C
• Bake time: 20–30 minutes
• Bake until golden brown and a skewer inserted in the centre comes out clean.

Loaf vs Muffins

You can bake this recipe as a traditional banana bread loaf, but I personally prefer banana muffins - they bake faster and are perfect for sharing fresh from the oven.

Equipment Needed

• A loaf tin or a 12-cup muffin tin
• A large bowl

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