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Classic Banana Bread

A moist, flavorful banana bread made with ripe bananas and a touch of vanilla - perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 10
Calories: 230
Ingredients Method Notes

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
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • Optional ½ cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas and stir in melted butter until smooth.
  3. Mix in sugar, egg, and vanilla extract.
  4. Add baking soda and salt; stir to combine.
  5. Fold in flour just until mixed—do not overmix.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Let the banana bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to finish cooling completely before slicing.
Use overripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
Store leftovers tightly wrapped for up to 3 days at room temperature, or freeze slices for up to 3 months.
Equipment: Mixing bowl, whisk or spoon, loaf pan, oven, cooling rack.
Nutrition (per slice)
Calories: 230 | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Sugar: 17g