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Blueberry Banana Bread

A quick and easy banana bread recipe infused with juicy blueberries, making it a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas The riper, the better for sweetness.
  • 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen) If frozen, do not thaw them.
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 cup sugar Can be substituted with honey or maple syrup.
  • 1 piece egg For a vegan option, substitute with flaxseed meal mixed with water.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
  3. Stir in the melted butter until well mixed.
  4. Mix in the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until everything is combined.
  5. Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and mix.
  6. Add the flour and stir until just combined—don’t overdo it!
  7. Gently fold in the blueberries.
  8. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
Baking
  1. Bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  2. Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

This bread is delightful warm with a pat of butter. Serve with a cup of tea or coffee. Add nuts or lemon zest for extra flavor. Store in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days at room temperature or freeze for up to 3 months.