Description
Indulge in the comforting sweetness of our Classic Banana Bread Recipe, an easy and delightful treat that’s perfect for any occasion. This moist and flavorful loaf is made with ripe bananas, providing a rich banana flavor that will quickly become a family favorite. Whether you enjoy it as a quick breakfast, afternoon snack, or as part of your dessert table, this classic recipe is sure to impress. Plus, it’s an excellent way to use up overripe bananas, reducing food waste while creating something scrumptious. Customize your banana bread by adding chocolate chips or nuts to enhance its texture and flavor.
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 3 overripe bananas (mashed)
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- Optional: ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or nuts
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in beaten eggs and mashed bananas until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Add vanilla extract and fold in optional chocolate chips or nuts if desired.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg