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Easy Banana Bread

A simple, moist, and forgiving banana bread recipe that transforms overly ripe bananas into a delicious loaf perfect for any time of the day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed (about 1 to 1 1/2 cups)
  • 1/3 cup melted butter (unsalted preferred)
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar (can reduce to 1/2 cup for less sweetness)
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until mostly smooth. Stir in the melted butter until blended.
  3. Add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla. Mix until everything is combined.
  4. Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the bowl. Fold in the flour gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
  6. Bake for 55 to 65 minutes. Insert a toothpick into the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  7. If the top browns too fast, tent loosely with foil for the last 10 to 15 minutes.
  8. Cool the bread in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

For a depth of flavor, you can swap half the sugar for brown sugar, or use neutral oil for a dairy-free option. This bread keeps well and is perfect for freezing.

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