Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of baking with The World’s Best Banana Bread Recipe. This moist, tender loaf fills your kitchen with an irresistible aroma, making it perfect for breakfasts, snacks, or desserts. Simple to prepare with common pantry ingredients, this banana bread is versatile enough for any occasion, whether you’re hosting brunch or enjoying a quiet evening at home. With its rich flavor and customizable options, like adding chocolate chips or nuts, every slice is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 to 4 ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- Mix in the melted butter until well combined.
- Stir in granulated sugar until smooth and slightly lighter in color.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, then mix in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Gradually combine the dry mixture into the wet ingredients using a gentle folding motion.
- If desired, fold in the nuts before pouring batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 55 to 65 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg