LifestyleFood & DrinkRecipesBanana bread is a much-loved baking classic, and it'll taste 'perfect' if you stop baking it in the oven13:01, 30 Jun 2026Banana bread is a classic treat that is so easy to make and takes virtually no effort. It’s a recipe that any beginner baker should have in their catalogue, perfect for you next weekend baking adventure.‌However, to make the “perfect” banana bread loaf, former Great British Bake Off contestant Rowan Claughton recently shared his recipe - and it completely forgoes an oven. For his ‘Baking on a Budget ’ series, Rowan detailed his simple recipe in a TikTok video.‌With all of his ingredients, a full loaf of banana bread costs under £5, coming in at £4.98. A single slice would cost just 62p.‌To achieve the perfect rise and delectable crust, Rowan ditches the oven for a much more energy efficient appliance. Instead of using a conventional oven, Rowan relies on his trusty air fryer to do the job.You’ll need to bake the banana bread at a low temperature of 150℃ for one hour. In a recent video, Rowan said: “Look at that… that is so good. It’s come out better in the air fryer.‌“That is the perfect banana bread.”Rowan’s video has already been viewed over 6,408 times, receiving 577 likes and 15 comments. Olutska wrote: “Looks amazing! might add some cinnamon on top too!”Content cannot be displayed without consent‌Eleanor commented: “Omg I am making this!!!”If you’re struggling to get your banana bread not to dip in the middle, like viewer Klaudia, Rowan shared some helpful advice. Klaudia asked: “Our banana ALWAYS sinks a little to the bottom, any tips? I’m not sure how much more mashing I can do.”Rowan replied: “The banana has to be almost puree and really really beaten into the sugar and marg! In this recipe the banana has no risk of sinking.”‌So if you’re looking for an easy baking recipe that you can do on a budget, here’s how you can recreate Rowan’s at home.Banana BreadIngredients210g margarine100g light brown sugar110g caster sugarThree medium ripe bananasOne tsp vanilla extractThree large eggs210g self raising flour1.5 tsp baking powder200g dark chocolate, chopped‌MethodIn a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth before adding the sugar, vanilla, eggs and margarine. Beat until combined before adding the flour and baking powder.Combine and stir through the chopped chocolate.Article continues belowLine a 2lb loaf tin with parchment and add the batter. Bake in the air fryer at 150℃ for 60 minutes.Leave to cool before slicing and serving.Choose Daily Mirror as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.‌The Great British Bake OffFoodRecipesAir fryersTikTok