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Best Easy Banana Bread Recipe

Best Easy Banana Bread Recipe

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Indulge in the delightful comfort of homemade banana bread with our Best Easy Banana Bread Recipe. This moist and flavorful loaf is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, making it a versatile treat to share with family and friends. Utilizing overripe bananas, this recipe ensures a rich sweetness and tender texture that will impress everyone. Plus, it’s simple enough to whip up in just 10 minutes of prep time, and it freezes beautifully for later enjoyment. Whether you add chocolate chips or nuts for an extra crunch, this banana bread is sure to become a beloved staple in your kitchen.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 34 ripe bananas (about 2 cups mashed)
  • 1/3 cup salted butter (melted)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg (beaten)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350℉ (177℃). Grease and flour an 8.5×4.5-inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine mashed bananas with melted butter, then mix in sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  3. Sprinkle baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt over the mixture; stir until combined.
  4. Gently fold in the flour and walnuts or chocolate chips until just mixed.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for at least 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  • Author: Mia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 70g)
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 105mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg