Description
Make a deliciously easy banana bread with this quick fluffy recipe Perfect for any occasion Bake your way to a delightful treat today
3 ripe bananas (the riper, the better!)1/3 cup melted butter1 teaspoon baking sodaPinch of salt3/4 cup sugar (or reduce to 1/2 cup if you prefer less sweetness)1 large egg (beaten)1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 cup all-purpose flourOptional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts (like walnuts or pecans) or 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.Stir in the melted butter into the mashed bananas.Mix in the baking soda and salt, then stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until everything is combined.Gradually add the flour to the banana mixture, stirring gently until no dry flour remains.Fold in nuts or chocolate chips if using.Grease a 4×8 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack. - Prep Time: 15 minutes
- minutes: 10
- Cook Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 200 calories
- Sugar: 15g
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
