Let’s bake a classic Banana Bread that’s moist, flavorful, and easy to make. This recipe is perfect and convenient for using up overripe bananas and filling your kitchen with a delicious, comforting, and appetizing aroma.
Ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste; 1/2 cup for less sweetness)
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
- Optional: 1/2 cup walnuts or chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven and Prep Pan:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mash Bananas:
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until completely smooth.
- Mix Wet Ingredients:
- Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
- Add the beaten egg and vanilla extract, mixing well to combine.
- Add Dry Ingredients:
- Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture and mix in.
- Add the sugar, and stir until well incorporated.
- Gradually add the flour, mixing until the batter is just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Optional Add-ins:
- If you’re using walnuts or chocolate chips, gently fold them into the batter now.
- Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the bread is browning too quickly, you can cover it loosely with aluminum foil.
- Cool:
- Let the bread cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Recipes Clan hopes that you enjoyed your homemade Banana Bread as a delightful breakfast, a snack, or even as dessert. It’s wonderfully versatile and even more delicious when served with a smear of butter or a drizzle of honey.