Banana Bread

Banana Bread

10 servings
Put those ripe bananas to use in the best banana bread recipe ever. Moist and delicious, it's easy to make—one bowl, no need for a mixer!

Ingredients

  • 2 to 3 very ripe bananas

    peeled, about 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 cups mashed

  • 1/3 cup melted butter

    unsalted or salted

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar

    1/2 cup if you would like it less sweet, 1 cup if more sweet

  • 1 large egg

    beaten

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oven and prepare the pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C), and butter an 8 x 4-inch loaf pan.

  2. 2

    Mash the bananas and add the butter: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until completely smooth. Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.

  3. 3

    Mix in the remaining ingredients: Mix in the baking soda and salt. Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Mix in the flour.

  4. 4

    Bake the bread: Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes at 350°F (175°C), or until a toothpick or wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean. A few dry crumbs are okay; streaks of wet batter are not. If the outside of the loaf is browned but the center is still wet, loosely tent the loaf with foil and continue baking until the loaf is fully baked.

  5. 5

    Cool and serve: Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for a few minutes. Then remove the banana bread from the pan and let cool completely before serving. Slice and serve. (A bread knife helps to make slices that aren't crumbly.) Wrapped well, the banana bread will keep at room temperature for 4 days. For longer storage, refrigerate the loaf up to 5 days, or freeze it .

Banana Bread

Banana Bread

70 min10 servings

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About this Recipe

Got a few overripe bananas sitting on your counter? Transform them into the ultimate homemade treat with this incredibly moist and delicious banana bread recipe. It’s the perfect way to use up those spotty bananas, turning them into a comforting classic.What makes this banana bread so special is its sheer simplicity and fantastic results. You'll love how it comes together easily in just one bowl with no mixer required, meaning less cleanup and more time to enjoy its comforting aroma. It truly is the best banana bread, delivering on flavor and texture with minimal fuss.Prepare for a delightful sensory experience with every slice of this homemade banana bread. You'll find it wonderfully moist and tender, packed with that classic sweet banana flavor that feels both comforting and satisfying. The generous amount of ripe banana ensures a rich, dense crumb that remains soft for days, making it perfect for breakfast, a delightful snack, or even a simple dessert. This easy-to-make recipe takes about an hour to bake, filling your home with an inviting warmth and promising a delicious outcome that's worth the wait.While utterly perfect as written, you can easily adjust the sweetness to your liking. For a slightly less sweet loaf, reduce the sugar to 1/2 cup, or if you prefer it extra sweet, increase it to 1 cup. This banana bread is a versatile crowd-pleaser that everyone will enjoy.This easy banana bread is ideal for breakfast, a delightful snack with your afternoon coffee, or a comforting treat anytime. Serve slices plain or with a pat of butter, cream cheese, or a dusting of powdered sugar for an extra touch of indulgence.

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