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Classic Moist Banana Bread

Classic Moist Banana Bread That Melts in Your Mouth

This Classic Moist Banana Bread is a comforting recipe that uses ripe bananas and simple pantry staples to create a delicious treat.
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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 Use heavily speckled or blackened for optimal flavor
  • 1/2 cup butter Melted
  • 1 cup sugar Can substitute with honey or maple syrup
  • 1 large egg Substitute with a flax egg for vegan option
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Use pure extract for best results
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Ensure it's fresh
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Can replace with whole wheat or gluten-free flour
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup walnuts or chocolate chips Toast nuts for enhanced flavor

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 9x5-inch loaf pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a mixing bowl until smooth, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Stir in the melted butter until well combined.
  4. Mix in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until cohesive.
  5. Sprinkle and fold in the baking soda and salt evenly.
  6. Gradually add and fold in the flour, leaving some flour streaks.
  7. Gently fold in any optional ingredients like walnuts or chocolate chips.
  8. Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 50–60 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  10. Cool the banana bread in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for better flavor. Avoid overmixing. Check the freshness of your baking soda for optimal rise. Customize add-ins as desired.

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