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Cozy Small Batch Banana Bread for Two Loaf Easy Homemade Recipe

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A tender, moist banana bread with a hint of cinnamon and vanilla, perfect for two and easy to make with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2 medium bananas)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (125 g)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar (67 g) – can substitute brown sugar or coconut sugar
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (60 ml) – dairy-free coconut yogurt can be used
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • Optional: 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • Optional: 1/4 cup fresh blueberries
  • For vegan version: 1 flax egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water), coconut oil instead of butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a small loaf pan (5 x 3 inches) with butter or spray, or line with parchment paper.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a medium bowl using a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth with a few lumps.
  3. Stir in the Greek yogurt, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, and sugar.
  5. Slowly fold the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture using a gentle folding motion to avoid overmixing.
  6. If using nuts or berries, fold them in now until evenly distributed.
  7. Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top gently with a spatula.
  8. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, starting to check at 30 minutes by inserting a toothpick into the center. It’s done when the toothpick comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread tender. Use ripe bananas for best sweetness and moisture. Cooling the bread before slicing prevents crumbling. For vegan or gluten-free versions, use suggested substitutions. Optional add-ins include nuts, berries, or chocolate chips.

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