Description
A delightful banana bread recipe that yields a moist, flavorful loaf, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 3/4 cup sugar (brown sugar optional)
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- Optional: 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- Optional: sprinkling of cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Combine the melted butter with the mashed bananas in a mixing bowl.
- Add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture, stirring to combine.
- Fold in the flour until just incorporated, adding nuts or chocolate chips if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and shake to level it out.
- Bake for around 60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.
Notes
For healthier variations, consider using a flaxseed egg for vegan options, gluten-free flour, or natural sweeteners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg