Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of homemade banana bread with our easy and versatile recipe that transforms overripe bananas into a moist, sweet treat. This classic banana bread is a family favorite, perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack any time of day. With its rich banana flavor and tender crumb, you’ll find it hard to resist having seconds! Plus, it’s simple enough for beginner bakers to master. Serve it warm with butter or nut butter for an added touch of richness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 very ripe bananas, peeled and mashed
- ⅓ cup melted butter
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup granulated sugar (or brown sugar)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups unbleached all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon baking soda (or 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a medium bowl, mash the bananas and mix in the melted butter until well combined.
- Stir in the egg, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add the flour, baking soda, and salt; mix gently until just combined—don't overmix!
- Pour the batter into a greased 8×4 inch loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for about one hour or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg