Description
Classic banana bread is a moist, tender loaf made with ripe bananas and warm vanilla flavor—easy to prepare and perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mix mashed bananas and melted butter until combined.
- Stir in sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon if using.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix just until combined.
- Fold in walnuts or chocolate chips if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for best flavor and sweetness.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread tender.
- Banana bread can be stored at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Wrap and freeze slices for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Bread
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American