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Delicious homemade banana bread sliced on a wooden cutting board

Best Banana Bread

This easy banana bread recipe is quick to prepare, requires just a few pantry staples, and fills your home with a delightful aroma.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 ripe bananas Uses overripe bananas for maximum sweetness.
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten Can be substituted with flaxseed meal for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
  3. Stir in the melted butter.
  4. Mix in the baking soda and salt.
  5. Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
  6. Finally, mix in the flour until just incorporated.
  7. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
Baking
  1. Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Let it cool in the pan for a few minutes, then turn it out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra moisture, try adding a spoonful of yogurt or applesauce. Avoid overmixing to keep bread fluffy. Can be served warm with butter or cream cheese.