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A golden, moist banana bread sliced on a rustic white plate, topped with a dusting of powdered sugar and fresh banana slices adorning the top, set on a wooden table with a soft natural light highlighting its tender texture.

Easy One-Bowl Banana Bread Delight

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A simple, single-bowl banana bread recipe that yields a moist, flavorful loaf perfect for bananas nearing ripeness. No fuss, just deliciousness.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf

Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup melted unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Add melted butter, vanilla, sugar, and the egg; whisk until combined.
  4. Sift in baking soda, salt, and flour. Mix until just combined.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  6. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use overripe bananas for the best flavor.
  • Feel free to add nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture.
  • This recipe can be doubled for larger loaves or mini muffins.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60-70 minutes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (about 1/10 of loaf)
  • Calories: 210 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 12 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 32 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg