Classic Moist Banana Bread
A straightforward and comforting banana bread recipe that’s moist and flavorful, perfect for breakfast or a delightful snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Total Time: 80 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup nuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
- Stir in the melted butter until well combined.
- Mix in the baking soda and pinch of salt.
- Add the sugar and beaten egg, followed by the vanilla extract, mixing thoroughly.
- Gradually fold in the flour until just incorporated. Add nuts or chocolate chips if using.
- Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan, smoothing the top gently.
- Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Use very ripe bananas for optimal moisture and flavor. Don’t overmix the batter after adding flour to keep the bread light and fluffy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Find it online: https://www.simplefamilydishes.com/classic-moist-banana-bread/