Air Fryer Banana Bread

ByHannah Peterson

Air Fryer Banana Bread – Moist, Fluffy, and Foolproof!

This Air Fryer Banana Bread is soft, moist, and full of sweet banana flavor — baked to perfection right in your air fryer! Whether you’re craving a quick breakfast, a cozy snack, or an easy dessert, this recipe delivers bakery-style banana bread in less than 30 minutes.

No oven, no fuss — just perfectly golden banana bread every time.

💛 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ No oven needed — your air fryer does all the work
✅ Ready in half the time of traditional baking
✅ Perfect texture: fluffy inside, golden brown outside
✅ Great way to use up ripe bananas

🧂 Ingredients

  • 2 medium ripe bananas (mashed)
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup melted butter (or oil)
  • ¼ cup brown sugar (or honey for a natural option)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp cinnamon (optional but highly recommended)
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract

Optional mix-ins:

  • ¼ cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips 🍫
  • Banana slices for garnish

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1 – Make the Batter

In a mixing bowl, mash bananas until smooth.
Add the egg, melted butter, sugar, and vanilla extract — whisk until well combined.

In another bowl, mix flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined (don’t overmix!).

Step 2 – Pour and Prep

Grease a small loaf pan that fits your air fryer or line it with parchment paper.
Pour in the batter and smooth the top.
For a pretty finish, place a thin banana slice on top (as shown in the photo). 🍌

Step 3 – Air Fry

Preheat the air fryer to 320°F (160°C).
Place the loaf pan inside the basket and air fry for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil during the last 10 minutes.

Step 4 – Cool & Serve

Let the banana bread cool for 10 minutes before removing it from the pan.
Slice, serve, and enjoy it warm with butter, cream cheese, or a drizzle of honey.

🌟 Tips for Perfect Air Fryer Banana Bread

  • Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
  • Don’t overmix — it keeps the bread soft and airy.
  • Every air fryer is different — check doneness around the 25-minute mark.
  • Add nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruit for a twist.

🍽️ Serving Ideas

Enjoy your banana bread:

  • Warm with a pat of butter or nut butter 🧈
  • With coffee or tea ☕
  • As a dessert with ice cream 🍨
  • Toasted with a drizzle of honey 🍯

This Air Fryer Banana Bread is the ultimate easy bake — simple, quick, and incredibly moist. It’s a perfect beginner-friendly recipe that makes your kitchen smell heavenly and your mornings extra special.

Once you try it, you’ll never go back to oven-baked banana bread again!

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