Description
Indulge in the warmth and comfort of our Classic Banana Bread Recipe, a delightful way to utilize overripe bananas. This easy-to-make loaf is moist, flavorful, and perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a cozy breakfast at home or a sweet treat shared with friends. With just 15 minutes of prep, you can enjoy this irresistible blend of banana goodness, optionally enhanced with chocolate chips or nuts. Each bite promises a sweet escape that will quickly become a family favorite.
Ingredients
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- ½ cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 3 medium-large overripe bananas, mashed
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- Optional: ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or nuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in beaten eggs and mashed bananas until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Fold in vanilla extract and optional add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out almost clean.
- Cool on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (67g)
- Calories: 181
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg