Baking for One — Banana Bread

You only need a banana, an egg, and a few pantry staples to make this delicious treat for one!

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The next time you're craving a comforting treat, bake this single-serving banana bread. The recipe yields just enough for one person, so you won't have to think about storing leftovers.

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The best part is that you don't need a lot of ingredients (or dishes) to make this quick bread. It calls for just one banana and one egg plus small amounts of common pantry staples.

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Whether you live alone, prefer freshly made banana bread, or don't have space for leftovers, this single-serving banana bread recipe will fit the bill. Read on to learn how to make it!

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Things You'll Need

  • 1 ripe banana

  • 1 egg

  • 2 or 3 tablespoons light or dark brown sugar

  • 1 tablespoon milk

  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 tablespoon oil

  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda

  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

  • 2 tablespoons walnuts or pecans, roughly chopped

  • Butter, for greasing the dish

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Tip

Use a neutral oil, such as canola oil, vegetable oil, grapeseed oil, or light olive oil. These options have a mild flavor that won't overpower the banana bread. You can also use melted butter.

1. Prepare the liquid ingredients

Preheat the oven to 375‌°‌ ‌F. Grease a mini loaf dish or large ramekin (about 14 or 16 oz.) with oil or butter.

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Peel the banana and place it in a bowl. Mash it with a fork.

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Add the egg, brown sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and oil.

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Tip

You can use cow's milk or nondairy milk, including almond milk, oat milk, or soy milk.

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Stir until just combined.

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2. Add the dry ingredients

Add all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.

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Tip

To make this recipe gluten-free, use all-purpose gluten-free flour.

Mix until just combined.

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3. Add nuts

Add walnuts or pecans to the batter. Using a spatula, fold to combine.

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Tip

Feel free to leave out the nuts or use chocolate chips, raisins, or other dried fruits.

4. Bake

Transfer the batter to a mini loaf dish or large ramekin.

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Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

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Let it cool slightly and then run a knife around the edge to help release the bread. Enjoy with a pat of butter and drizzle of maple syrup if desired.

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