Description
Easy Moist Banana Bread is a delightful and simple treat that combines the rich flavor of ripe bananas with a soft, buttery texture. This quick recipe is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or as a thoughtful gift for friends and family. With just a handful of common ingredients, you can create a loaf that not only satisfies your sweet cravings but also fills your home with an irresistible aroma. The best part? You can customize it by adding nuts or chocolate chips to suit your taste. Whether enjoyed warm with butter or as a base for creative toppings, this banana bread will surely become a staple in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg (beaten)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
- Stir in the melted butter, followed by sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Sprinkle baking soda and salt over the mixture and stir gently to combine.
- Fold in the flour just until incorporated; avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow cooling in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg