Banana Bread
A beloved treat that transforms overripe bananas into a deliciously moist loaf, perfect for breakfast or dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 10 slices
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- Mix in the melted butter until well combined.
- Combine the baking soda and salt, then add the sugar, egg, and vanilla, mixing just until incorporated.
- Add the flour and gently fold until no streaks remain.
- Prepare a loaf pan by greasing or lining it with parchment paper.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Best made with very ripe, brown bananas for maximum sweetness. Avoid overmixing the batter.