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This easy banana bread for one is light, tender, moist and so delicious. The perfect amount for one person and takes less than 30 minutes to make. Perfect for satisfying that banana bread craving without overindulging!!
Why You’ll Love this Recipe!
Perfect Amount. Because sometimes you don’t need a whole loaf of banana bread! This recipe for banana bread for one is perfect when that banana bread craving hits, you only have one banana (recipe only needs half a banana) and you want something quick and easy.
Delicious! This easy banana bread recipe has the same delicious banana flavor and texture as my full size banana bread recipe. It has a light and tender texture which is so good.
Easy to Make. It comes together in just a couple of minutes and bakes in less 20 minutes so in under 30 minutes you can enjoy the perfect treat.
This single-serve banana bread recipe is perfect for anyone who is cooking just for themselves or doesn’t feel like sharing! If you need just a little bit more banana bread, enough for two, check out my small batch banana bread. It’s made in a mini loaf pan.
Ingredients Needed
- Banana, half of a ripe banana
- Sugar
- Flour, I prefer unbleached all purpose flour
- Salt
- Baking Soda
- Oil. I use canola oil, you can also use vegetable oil or melted butter.
- Vanilla Extract
- Egg. You will only need 1 Tbsp of beaten egg,
- Mini Cinnamon chips or mini chocolate chips, optional
How to Make Banana Bread for One
- In a mixing bowl, place overripe banana, mashing with a fork,
- Add in dry ingredients, oil, vanilla extract and egg. Whisk or mix to combine.
- Stir in mini chips if desired.
- Grease a 6 oz. ramekin with non stick cooking spray and pour in batter.
- Bake at 350 degrees F for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Tips from leigh Anne
- You are only using half a ripe banana. You can freeze the other half of the banana and make banana bread for one again later or you can throw it into a smoothie! I always keep a stash of frozen ripe bananas in my freezer so I can enjoy this banana bread for one anytime!
- Instead of oil you can use melted butter but I always use oil and love the soft texture it gives the bread.
- You want your batter to be lumpy. Leave small lumps of banana in the batter, it helps make for a soft and tender banana bread. Don’t overmix!
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I do with the remaining beaten egg?
The leftover beaten egg can be frozen. I like to use an ice cube tray and then store in a zippered plastic bag for the next time I crave some banana bread. You can also make one of my giant cookies with it! I have lots of recipes and ideas over on my Small Batch Big Taste You Tube channel that only use a tablespoon or two of beaten egg.
Can I make this in the air fryer?
I am sure you can, I haven’t tried it yet but if you are an air fryer fan please leave me a comment below and let me know how long and what temperature you cooked it at!
Can I double this recipe?
You can double it or you can just use my small batch banana bread which is made in a mini loaf pan and is the perfect amount for two people.
What kind of nuts can I use in this recipe?
I would recommend using 1 Tbsp chopped walnuts or pecans.
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Banana Bread for One
Ingredients
- 1/2 banana ripe and mashed
- 2 Tbsp all purpose flour
- 1 Tbsp sugar
- 1/8 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 Tbsp oil canola or vegetable oil
- 1 Tbsp beaten egg
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
- 1 Tbsp mini cinnamon chips or mini chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Grease a 6 oz. ramekin
- In a bowl, smash ripe banana.
- Add in all remaining ingredients and mix to combine. Don't overmix.
- Pour into prepared ramekin
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Tips & Notes:
- You are only using half a ripe banana. You can freeze the other half of the banana and make banana bread for one again later or you can throw it into a smoothie! I always keep a stash of frozen ripe bananas in my freezer so I can enjoy this banana bread for one anytime!
- Instead of oil you can use melted butter but I always use oil and love the soft texture it gives the bread.
- You want your batter to be lumpy. Leave small lumps of banana in the batter, it helps make for a soft and tender banana bread. Don’t overmix!
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