Description
Banana bread is the ultimate comfort food, combining ripe bananas and rich flavors into a moist, delicious loaf. Perfect for any occasion, whether enjoyed as a simple afternoon snack or served at brunch gatherings, this banana bread recipe is sure to impress. With its golden crust and tender interior, it’s easy to make and customizable with chocolate chips or nuts for an extra treat. Get ready to fill your kitchen with the delightful aroma of freshly baked banana bread!
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1/2 cup melted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips or chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
- Stir in melted butter and mix well, then add sugars, eggs, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Sprinkle baking soda and salt over the mixture, then gently fold in flour until just incorporated.
- If desired, fold in chocolate chips or walnuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg