Description
This moist and flavorful banana bread is a classic favorite that’s perfect for breakfast or as a snack. Made with ripe bananas and optional mix-ins, it’s a simple and delicious treat that’s sure to please.
Ingredients
Scale
Mashed Bananas:
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the mashed bananas with the melted butter. Stir in the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture and stir just until combined.
- Add Mix-Ins: Fold in the walnuts or chocolate chips if using.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
- The cinnamon and mix-ins are optional but add great texture and flavor.
- This bread freezes well—wrap tightly in plastic wrap and store in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
