Description
A simple and delicious banana bread recipe that produces a moist and flavorful loaf, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 3/4 cup 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 your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare your 9×5-inch loaf pan by greasing it or lining with parchment paper.
- Mash the ripe bananas in a large bowl until smooth.
- Mix in the melted butter until well combined.
- Add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract, mixing until creamy.
- Incorporate the baking soda and salt, stirring gently.
- Add the flour, folding it in until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Consider adding nuts, chocolate chips, or spices for a personalized touch. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Bakery
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 28mg
Keywords: banana bread, moist banana bread, quick bread, baking, comfort food, dessert