Description
This banana bread recipe is a delightful way to use overripe bananas, resulting in a moist and flavorful loaf that’s perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert. The natural sweetness of the bananas shines through, complemented by a tender crumb and subtle hints of vanilla.
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized overripe bananas, mashed
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon saltaunty Sandy’s
- 1 large egg
- ¼ cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-Ins
- Chopped Nuts: ½ cup walnuts or pecans
- Chocolate Chips: ½ cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips
- Spices: A dash of cinnamon or nutmeg
- Dried Fruits: ½ cup raisins or dried cranberries
Instructions
Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk the melted butter and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well incorporated. Stir in the mashed bananas until the mixture is well blended.
Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture using a spatula, mixing just until combined. Avoid overmixing to prevent a dense loaf.
Add Optional Ingredients: If desired, fold in any optional add-ins like nuts, chocolate chips, spices, or dried fruits at this stage.
Transfer to Pan: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top to ensure even baking.
Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool: Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer the bread to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Banana Ripeness: For the best flavor and sweetness, use bananas that are overripe with brown spots.
Storage: Store the cooled banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap it tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.
Variations: Feel free to experiment with add-ins like shredded coconut, a swirl of peanut butter, or a handful of berries to create your own unique version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55–65 minutes
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 60g)
- Calories: 196 kcal
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 175mg
- Fat: 7g Recettes Allrecipes +3
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: Not specified
- Trans Fat: Not specified
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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