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Classic Moist Banana Bread

Classic Moist Banana Bread for Ultimate Comfort Baking

This Classic Moist Banana Bread offers the perfect combination of simplicity and rich, natural sweetness from overripe bananas, making it an ideal treat for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 medium ripe bananas mashed
  • 0.5 cup butter melted
  • 0.75 cup sugar can substitute with honey or maple syrup
  • 1 large egg beaten; or substitute with a flax egg for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract preferably pure
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour whole wheat flour can be used for a healthier version
Optional Add-ins
  • 0.5 cup walnuts chopped
  • 0.5 cup chocolate chips

Equipment

  • 9x5 inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Fork or potato masher
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
  2. Mash about three overripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
  3. Stir in ½ cup of melted butter until well combined.
  4. Add ¾ cup of sugar, the beaten egg, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the mixture and stir until smooth.
  5. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of baking soda and a pinch of salt, gently folding it into the batter.
  6. Gradually fold in 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour until just incorporated; avoid overmixing.
  7. If desired, fold in ½ cup of walnuts or chocolate chips.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  9. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Remove from oven and cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.

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