Description
This easy banana bread recipe yields a moist and flavorful loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert. Made with ripe bananas, melted butter, sugar, and simple pantry staples, this classic treat is simple to prepare and sure to satisfy your banana bread cravings.
Ingredients
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Banana Bread Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan. This will ensure your banana bread doesn’t stick and bakes evenly.
- Combine Bananas and Butter: In a large bowl, combine the mashed bananas and melted butter. Stir until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined, forming the base of your batter.
- Add Sugar, Egg and Vanilla: Mix in the granulated sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract to the banana-butter mixture until fully blended. This adds sweetness and richness to the bread.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Sprinkle baking soda and salt over the mixture, then fold in the all-purpose flour. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overmixing, which can make the bread tough.
- Prepare for Baking: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula for even baking and a nice crust.
- Bake: Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, ensuring the bread is cooked through.
- Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes to set, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy your delicious homemade banana bread.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread tender.
- You can add nuts or chocolate chips to the batter for extra texture and taste.
- Store banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
