Buttery Banana Bread

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Buttery Banana Bread recipe—a luscious, moist loaf that's packed with sweet banana flavor and a rich, buttery aroma. Perfectly ripe bananas are the star ingredient, blended with melted butter and a hint of vanilla to create a tender crumb that melts in your mouth. A touch of brown sugar adds caramel-like depth, while optional add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts allow you to tailor it to your taste. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this irresistible homemade banana bread is ideal for breakfast, snack time, or dessert. Serve warm, straight out of the oven, or slathered with a pat of butter for an extra dose of indulgence. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a beginner, this easy recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 whole ripe bananas
• 115 grams unsalted butter, melted
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 50 grams brown sugar, packed
• 2 whole large eggs
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 240 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 0.5 cup optional add-ins (e.g., chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or cinnamon)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a standard 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or nonstick spray and set aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth and free of large lumps.

Step 3

Add the melted butter to the mashed bananas and stir to combine.

Step 4

Mix in the granulated sugar and brown sugar, ensuring they dissolve into the mixture. Stir well.

Step 5

Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and milk.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

Step 7

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, gently folding until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 8

If using optional add-ins such as chocolate chips or nuts, fold them into the batter at this stage.

Step 9

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for about 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 11

Remove the banana bread from the oven and allow it to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Slice and serve your buttery banana bread as is, or with a pat of butter for extra indulgence. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1174.9 grams (1174.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3516

Total Fat 139.20g	178%
Saturated Fat 83.10g	415%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 626mg	209%
Sodium 2661mg	116%
Total Carbohydrate 531.80g	193%
Dietary Fiber 23.80g	85%
Total Sugars 291.80g
Protein 50.70g	101%

Vitamin D 93IU	465%
Calcium 289mg	22%
Iron 18mg	102%
Potassium 2122mg	45%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.0%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 59.4%