Banana Bread
This banana bread recipe creates a moist, fluffy, and flavorful loaf made with ripe bananas, brown sugar, and warm spices. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or snacks, it is easy to prepare and customizable with nuts, chocolate, or other mix-ins.
Servings: 8 people
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Ingredients
- 3 Ripe bananas medium, mashed
- ½ cup Unsalted butter
- ¾ cup Brown sugar
- 2 Large eggs
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1½ cups All-purpose flour
- 1 tsp Baking soda
- ½ tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Place 3 ripe bananas in a mixing bowl and mash with a fork until smooth. Small lumps are acceptable for texture.
- Add ½ cup melted butter, ¾ cup brown sugar, 2 eggs, and 1 tsp vanilla extract to the mashed bananas. Stir until fully combined and smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 1½ cups flour, 1 tsp baking soda, ½ tsp salt, and ½ tsp cinnamon.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture. Stir until just combined; overmixing can result in a dense loaf.
- Fold in ½ cup walnuts or chocolate chips if desired, ensuring even distribution.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The top should be golden brown and slightly firm to the touch.
- Remove the loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
You should use very ripe bananas for best flavor.