Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Add the melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and sugar. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
- If desired, fold in chopped walnuts or chocolate chips for added flavor.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading evenly. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Use overripe bananas—they provide natural sweetness and mash easily.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the loaf tender.
- If the top browns too quickly, tent with foil during the last part of baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60-70 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 80g)
- Calories: 210 Kcal
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg