Banana Bread Recipe No Butter
This banana bread is moist, tender, and packed with natural sweetness—without any butter. Made with oil, eggs, milk, and ripe bananas, it bakes into a perfectly soft loaf with a hint of vanilla. Optional walnuts add a delicious crunch, making this a simple yet irresistible treat.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk or hand mixer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Loaf pan
- Oven
- Spatula
Ingredients
- ¼ cup walnuts (optional)
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- 1¾ cup flour
- 1½ cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ cup milk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine oil, eggs, sugar, milk, vanilla, and mashed bananas until well blended.
- Add baking soda and flour, then mix for 2–3 minutes until fully incorporated.
- If using walnuts, gently fold them in.
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan and bake in a preheated 325°F oven for 1 hour and 20 minutes.
- Until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean keep it in the oven.
- Serve and enjoy.
Notes
- Overripe bananas with brown spots add natural sweetness and moisture to the bread.
- A pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg can enhance the banana flavor beautifully.
- For a healthier twist, substitute half of the all-purpose flour with whole wheat flour.