Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of the Best Banana Bread Recipe, a cherished classic perfect for any occasion. This easy-to-make banana bread is incredibly moist and packed with flavor, thanks to ripe bananas and simple pantry staples. Whether enjoyed as a delightful breakfast, a satisfying snack, or a sweet dessert, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Customize it with your choice of nuts or chocolate chips for an extra touch of indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3–4 medium ripe bananas (or 2 large)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease two 8×4 bread pans or line with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth but chunky.
- In another bowl, cream together butter and sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs to the creamed mixture and combine well.
- Gradually mix in flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined.
- Fold in mashed bananas and vanilla extract until evenly incorporated.
- Divide batter between prepared pans and bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes in pans before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg