Deliciously Simple Banana Bread Recipe
Indulge in the cozy comfort of homemade banana bread with this easy recipe that transforms overripe bananas into a moist and flavorful treat. Infused with vanilla and cinnamon, this loaf is perfect for breakfast, a midday snack, or dessert. With its tender crumb and delightful sweetness, each slice delivers nostalgia and warmth—ideal for sharing with family and friends.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 10 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 3 overripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
- Mix in melted butter and sugar, then add the egg and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan and bake for about 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg