Description
Banana bread is a warm, comforting classic that fills your home with the delightful aroma of ripe bananas. This easy-to-make recipe ensures a moist, tender loaf that’s perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. With its sweet flavor and inviting golden crust, each slice promises a taste adventure that will have everyone coming back for more. Customize it with nuts or chocolate chips to make it your own!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (about 1 ½ cups mashed)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup nuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth but slightly chunky.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gently fold the wet mixture into the mashed bananas.
- Gradually add flour, baking soda, and salt; stir until just combined—lumps are okay!
- Pour batter into a greased loaf pan and bake for 60-70 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness. Feel free to add chocolate chips or nuts for added texture. Store leftover banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days or freeze for up to three months.