Description
Classic Banana Bread is a moist, tender loaf made with ripe bananas and a hint of vanilla. It’s a comforting, timeless recipe perfect for breakfast, snacking, or dessert.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon if using.
- In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Mix in the mashed bananas until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring just until combined.
- Fold in chopped nuts if using.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and moisture.
- This banana bread freezes well for up to 3 months.
- Try adding chocolate chips for a sweeter variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg