Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade banana bread with this easy and flavorful recipe. THE BEST BANANA BREAD RECIPE transforms overripe bananas into a soft, moist loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. The rich combination of ripe bananas and vanilla creates a sweet flavor that your family will adore. Plus, with just 10 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, you’ll find yourself baking this treat week after week. This versatile recipe can be enjoyed plain or topped with your favorite spreads, making it a delightful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
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- 3 very ripe bananas, peeled and mashed
- ⅓ cup butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups unbleached all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda (or 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a medium bowl, mix the mashed bananas with melted butter until well combined.
- Add the egg, sugar, and vanilla extract; stir until smooth.
- Gradually add flour, baking soda (or powder), and salt; mix gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased 8×4 inch loaf pan.
- Bake for about one hour or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Allow to cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg