This moist, flavorful banana bread recipe is easy to make and a great way to use up overripe bananas. Add nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor!
🕒 Prep Time: 10 mins
🍳 Cook Time: 50-60 mins
👥 Servings: 10 slices
Ingredients:
Follow these simple steps to create the perfect banana bread recipe that your whole family will love.
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- ⅓ cup melted butter
- ¾ cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: ½ cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
2. Prepare the Wet Ingredients:
- In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas until smooth. Stir in the melted butter until combined.
- Add sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract, mixing well.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients:
- Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture, then gently stir in the flour until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.
4. Add Optional Mix-Ins:
- If using, fold in the chopped walnuts or chocolate chips.
5. Bake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover the loaf with foil in the last 15 minutes of baking.
6. Cool and Serve:
- Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!
Tips:
- Use Overripe Bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your banana bread will be.
- Make It Healthier: Swap half the flour for whole wheat flour or use honey or maple syrup in place of sugar.
- Storage: Wrap banana bread in plastic wrap and store at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
Enjoy this banana bread recipe as a wholesome snack, breakfast treat, or dessert option. It’s versatile and delicious! 🍌🍞
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 slice (1/10 of the loaf)
Servings Per Recipe: 10
| Amount Per Serving | Calories | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 200 | |
| Total Fat | 7g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | |
| Cholesterol | 30mg | 10% |
| Sodium | 170mg | 7% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 32g | 12% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Total Sugars | 17g | |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
Vitamin D | 2%
Calcium | 1%
Iron | 6%
Potassium | 5%
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
This classic banana bread is not only delicious but also provides a good amount of potassium and fiber from the bananas, making it a wholesome treat!