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Banana Bread with Blueberries

A moist and flavorful banana bread enriched with juicy blueberries, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 3 ripe bananas mashed
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch of salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup blueberries fresh or frozen

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Loaf pan (9x5 inches)
  • Whisk or fork
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease your loaf pan with butter or cooking spray.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  4. Add the melted butter to the mashed bananas and stir until well combined. Then, mix in the beaten egg and vanilla extract.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  7. Carefully fold in the blueberries.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  9. Bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack.

Notes

This banana bread is a delightful twist on a classic and freezes well for future enjoyment.