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Easy Banana Bread Recipe

Moist and Easy Banana Bread Recipe You’ll Love to Bake

This easy banana bread recipe promises a moist slice perfect for breakfast or snacks, with simple ingredients and minimal cleanup.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 large Ripe Bananas Use heavily speckled or almost black bananas for best flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Can substitute with vegetable oil for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Reduce by 25% if desired due to sweetness from ripe bananas.
  • 2 large Eggs Substitute each egg with ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce for an egg-free version.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional for added richness.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure it’s fresh for optimal leavening.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour Avoid compacting; spoon and level it.
For the Optional Add-Ins
  • 3/4 cup Chocolate Chips Use semi-sweet or dark; sprinkle some on top for visual appeal.
  • 1/2 cup Nuts (Walnuts/Pecans) Fold in for a delightful crunch.
  • 1 cup Fruit (Blueberries, Strawberries, Apples) Toss in flour before adding to prevent sinking.

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • fork or masher
  • Spatula or wooden spoon

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Banana Bread Recipe
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until mostly smooth, leaving a few small lumps for texture.
  3. Stir in melted unsalted butter, brown sugar, and eggs into the mashed bananas, and add vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
  4. Sprinkle baking soda and salt over the mixture and gently mix until just incorporated.
  5. Fold in all-purpose flour slowly until just combined, ensuring not to overmix.
  6. Fold in optional add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts if desired.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top evenly.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick at the 50-minute mark.
  9. Once baked, cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3.5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For the best flavor, ensure bananas are very ripe. Avoid overmixing to maintain a light and tender loaf.

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