Banana Bread
A moist and flavorful banana bread made with ripe bananas, perfect for any time of day. Easy to customize and always satisfying.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 large overripe bananas Natural sweetness and moisture
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted Enriches texture and flavor
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Contributes to rise
- ¼ teaspoon salt Enhances flavor
- 1 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness and contributes to texture
- 1 large egg, beaten Binds ingredients together and adds moisture
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Flavor enhancer
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour Forms structure of the loaf
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 4x8 inch loaf pan.
- Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- Stir in the melted butter until well combined.
- Add baking soda and salt, and mix well.
- Incorporate the granulated sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract, mixing gently.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour, folding until just incorporated.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and level it out.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Feel free to customize with mix-ins like nuts or chocolate chips. Store wrapped at room temperature for 3-4 days or freeze for longer storage.