Description
A classic and easy banana bread recipe that is moist and flavorful. Perfect for breakfast or as a snack, this homemade banana bread is simple to make and a crowd-pleaser for all occasions.
Ingredients
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Ripe Bananas:
- 2 to 3 ripe bananas (mashed, about 1 cup)
Butter:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
Sugar:
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
Egg:
- 1 large egg (beaten)
Vanilla Extract:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Baking Essentials:
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Optional Add-Ins:
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan and set aside.
- Prepare the Banana Mixture: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Stir in the melted butter. Add sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Sprinkle baking soda and salt over the mixture. Stir in the flour and cinnamon (if using) until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Optional Add-Ins: Fold in nuts or chocolate chips gently, if desired.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 55–65 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- This banana bread is best made with overripe bananas.
- It can be wrapped and frozen for up to 2 months.
- Add a streusel topping for extra texture if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
