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Recipe For Banana Bread Easy

This easy banana bread recipe captures the perfect balance of sweet, moist, and comforting flavors, making it a go-to for breakfast or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

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

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Fork or potato masher
  • Loaf pan (9x5 inch)
  • Oven
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Add melted butter to the mashed bananas and stir until combined.
  4. Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture, then stir to combine.
  5. Mix in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  6. Gradually add the all-purpose flour, stirring gently until just combined.
  7. Transfer the batter into a greased loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Notes

Try adding nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor.