Description
If you’re searching for a comforting kitchen experience that fills your home with the warm aroma of baked goodness, this Banana Bread Recipe is a fantastic choice. With its delightful combination of ripe bananas and warm spices, this easy recipe has become a favorite in many households. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this banana bread allows you to utilize overripe bananas while creating a delicious treat that the whole family can enjoy. Whether you’re busy on weeknights or hosting family gatherings, this versatile loaf is sure to impress. Once you give it a try, you’ll find yourself making it again and again!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/3 cup melted unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 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 chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Stir in melted butter until well combined.
- Mix in sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually combine the wet mixture with the dry ingredients, stirring gently.
- Fold in walnuts or chocolate chips if desired.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 24mg