Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of homemade banana bread with this easy and moist Banana Bread Recipe. Perfect for using up overripe bananas, this delightful treat fills your kitchen with a warm, comforting aroma. Its rich banana flavor and soft texture make it a favorite among family and friends. Whether enjoyed as a breakfast loaf or a sweet snack, this versatile recipe allows for customization—add chocolate chips or nuts to suit your taste. Plus, it’s freezer-friendly, so you can always have a slice ready for unexpected cravings. Get ready to bake a loaf that will quickly become a staple in your home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/3 cup melted unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg (beaten)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Mix in melted butter until combined.
- Stir in sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gently combine wet and dry ingredients without overmixing.
- Fold in optional mix-ins if desired.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until golden brown; a toothpick should come out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 197
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 127mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 31mg