Dessert

Banana Nut Bread For One Recipe

ByRafael Mansero November 9, 2025November 9, 2025

Introduction

This Banana Nut Bread for One is a quick and easy treat perfect for when you want a single serving of moist, flavorful banana bread without the leftovers. Packed with warm cinnamon and crunchy walnuts, this small loaf bakes in a ramekin for a simple, satisfying dessert or snack.

A single tall, round cake sits centered on a white plate with a clear textured glass base, placed on a white marbled surface. The cake has a rich, browned outer crust with a slightly darker base. Its top is uneven and cracked, showing a moist, dense interior with lighter golden-brown and beige swirls, suggesting a soft, textured inside. The cake’s surface looks slightly glossy and crumbly in parts, giving a fresh baked feel. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

¼ cup all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon baking soda
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 medium banana, mashed
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon butter, melted (plus more for greasing the ramekin)
1 large egg yolk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons chopped walnuts

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Lightly butter a 10-ounce ramekin and set it aside.
Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
Step 3: Mash the banana on a small plate using a fork until smooth.
Step 4: In a medium bowl, whisk or beat the mashed banana and sugar until well combined.
Step 5: Add the melted butter, egg yolk, and vanilla extract to the banana mixture. Mix well.
Step 6: Stir in the dry ingredients just until combined, being careful not to overmix.
Step 7: Fold in the chopped walnuts gently.
Step 8: Pour the batter into the prepared ramekin and place it on a rimmed baking sheet.
Step 9: Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

Tips & Variations

For a nut-free version, simply omit the walnuts or substitute with chocolate chips.
Use a very ripe banana for the best natural sweetness and moist texture.
Add a pinch of nutmeg or swap cinnamon for pumpkin pie spice for a flavorful twist.
Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the bread tender and light.

Storage

Store any leftover banana nut bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, keep it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze the cooled bread wrapped tightly for up to 1 month. Reheat gently in the microwave for about 15-20 seconds before serving.