Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of this Classic Banana Bread Recipe, a beloved treat that’s perfect for any time of day. This moist and flavorful loaf is made with ripe bananas, ensuring a sweet taste that pairs beautifully with chocolate chips or nuts if you desire. Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a delightful dessert to share with family and friends, this recipe delivers delicious results with minimal effort. Easy to prepare and budget-friendly, this banana bread will become a staple in your kitchen!
Ingredients
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- ½ cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 3 medium-large overripe bananas, mashed
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- Optional: ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or nuts (plus 1 tbsp all-purpose flour)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a greased loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the beaten eggs and mashed bananas; mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture without overmixing.
- Stir in vanilla extract and any optional add-ins lightly dusted in flour.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55–65 minutes.
- Allow to cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg