Banana Bread – Soft, Moist & Profitable

Banana bread is one of the easiest and most profitable bakery products.
It uses simple ingredients, requires minimal effort, and sells very well in cafés and home bakeries.

Why Banana Bread Is a Smart Bakery Product?

• Low ingredient cost

• Easy and fast preparation

• High demand all year

• Can be sold by slice or as a whole loaf

• Strong profit margin

Ingredients (1 Loaf – 8 Slices)

• 3 ripe bananas (mashed)

• 100 g butter (melted)

• 120 g sugar

• 1 egg

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 200 g all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• A pinch of salt

• Optional: chocolate chips or nuts

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 170°C (340°F).

2. Mix the mashed bananas with the melted butter.

3. Add sugar, egg, and vanilla extract, then mix well.

4. Add flour, baking soda, and salt.

5. Mix gently until smooth.

6. Pour the batter into a lined loaf pan.

7. Bake for 45–50 minutes.

8. Let it cool completely before slicing.

Cost & Profit Analysis

• Total cost per loaf: $3.20

• Cost per slice: $0.40

• Selling price per slice: $2.00 – $2.50

• Net profit per slice: $1.60 – $2.10

• Total profit per loaf: $12 – $15

FAQ

Is banana bread profitable?
Yes. Banana bread has very low production cost and strong demand.

Can banana bread be frozen?
Yes, it can be frozen for up to 2 months.

How long does banana bread stay fresh?
2–3 days at room temperature, longer if refrigerated.

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💰 Cost & Profit (By Numbers)

Batch Cost (1 loaf / 8 slices):

• Bananas: $0.80

• Butter: $0.90

• Sugar + egg: $0.60

• Flour + baking soda: $0.50

• Extras: $0.40

Total cost: ≈ $3.20

Cost per slice: ≈ $0.40

Suggested Selling Price:

• Per slice: $2.00 – $2.50

• Whole loaf: $15 – $18

🔥 Net profit per loaf: $12 – $15

finally 

Banana bread is a reliable and profitable bakery product.
Easy to make, low cost, and highly attractive to customers — perfect for cafés, bakeries, and home businesses.