Description
Classic homemade banana bread is a moist, sweet, and tender loaf made with ripe bananas, butter, and a hint of vanilla. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this easy-to-make treat uses simple pantry ingredients and bakes to perfection in about an hour.
Ingredients
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Banana Bread Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan to prevent sticking.
- Mash Bananas: In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth to create the base of your batter.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: Stir the melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract into the mashed bananas until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to ensure even distribution.
- Mix Batter: Add the dry ingredients into the banana mixture and stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan before slicing and serving for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for sweeter, more flavorful bread.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread tender and avoid a tough texture.
- You can add nuts or chocolate chips for variation if desired.
- Check doneness starting at 60 minutes by inserting a toothpick to avoid overbaking.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60-65 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
