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Loaf of the best banana bread ever, fresh out of the oven, served on a wooden board.

The Best Banana Bread Ever

This moist and flavorful banana bread is quick to make, requires only a single bowl, and is a family favorite that will make your kitchen smell fantastic.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas Use overripe bananas for the best sweetness.
  • 1/3 cup melted butter Make sure it's not too hot when mixing.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Avoid overmixing.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease mini loaf pans.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
  3. Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
  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; do not overdo it.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared mini loaf pans.
  8. Bake for about 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Let cool before removing from the pans.

Notes

Allow the bread to cool slightly in the pan before transferring to a cooling rack. It helps hold its shape.