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Banana Bread

Banana Bread

This banana bread recipe transforms overripe bananas into a moist, delicious treat perfect for any time of day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Morning Delights
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 large overripe bananas the riper the bananas, the sweeter and moister your bread will be
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar adds sweetness and creates crust
  • 2 large eggs can substitute with flax eggs for a vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract elevates flavor
For the Dry Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour or substitute with whole wheat flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda leavening agent for rise
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional for warmth
For Add-Ins
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips optional

Equipment

  • 9×5-inch loaf pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

How to Make Banana Bread
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
  2. Mash the overripe bananas until mostly smooth.
  3. Add melted butter, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to mashed bananas and whisk until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and optional cinnamon.
  5. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture until just combined.
  6. If using, fold in walnuts or chocolate chips.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 55-65 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm with a smear of butter for an extra indulgent treat!

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