Description
This moist banana bread recipe transforms ripe bananas into a tender, sweet, and flavorful treat perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. The bread is rich and comforting with a golden crust and soft crumb, providing a delicious way to use overripe bananas in a simple baking process.
Ingredients
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Banana Bread Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 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 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking and a perfect golden crust on your banana bread.
- Mash Bananas: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth and creamy, with some small lumps remaining to add texture.
- Add Butter: Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas thoroughly, adding richness to the batter.
- Add Leavening and Salt: Mix in the baking soda and a pinch of salt to help the bread rise and balance the sweetness.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract to the banana mixture, stirring until well combined to blend all flavors.
- Incorporate Flour: Gradually fold in the all-purpose flour, mixing gently until just combined to avoid overmixing and maintain a tender texture.
- Prepare Pan: Pour the batter into a greased 4×8-inch loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake: Bake in your preheated oven for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, filling your kitchen with a delightful aroma.
- Cool: Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely, allowing the crust to set beautifully.
Notes
- For extra flavor and texture, add chopped nuts like walnuts or pecans, or chocolate chips when mixing in the flour.
- Serve warm with butter or enjoy plain.
- Frozen bananas can be used after thawing and draining excess liquid.
- Store banana bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
- For longer storage, wrap tightly and freeze for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60-65 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: banana bread, moist banana bread, ripe bananas, baked banana bread, homemade banana bread, breakfast bread, easy banana bread recipe
