Description

Banana bread is the perfect comfort food, ideal for breakfast, snack time, or dessert. With its soft, moist texture and a delightful blend of ripe bananas, vanilla, and a hint of cinnamon, this easy recipe transforms overripe bananas into a deliciously satisfying treat. Enjoy it warm with butter or elevate it with nuts or chocolate chips for an extra special touch.

Ingredients

Scale

3–4 ripe bananas (about 1.5 cups mashed)
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
2 large eggs
1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
In a bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
Mix in melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla until well combined.
In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually fold into the wet mixture until just combined.
Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow to cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a rack to cool completely.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 70g)
Calories: 190
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 120mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: - Use very ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and moisture. - Feel free to add walnuts or chocolate chips for added flavor. - Store leftover banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.