In a large mixing bowl sift the flour and baking powder and then add the remaining dry ingredients.
In a medium bowl whisk together the mashed banana, eggs, vanilla essence and oil.
Stir egg and banana mixture through dry mixture until well combined.
Pour mixture into a well-oiled or baking paper lined loaf tin and place in the oven for approximately 60 minutes or until a skewer comes out clean when placed in the meal.
Notes
Banana bread is best stored in the fridge in the warmer months as the banana can turn quite quickly.