Heavenly Banana Bread

Experience pure comfort with our Heavenly Banana Bread, a moist and flavorful treat that's perfect for any time of the day. Made with three perfectly ripe bananas, melted butter, and a touch of vanilla, this classic recipe offers a rich, inviting aroma with every bake. A hint of cinnamon elevates the flavor, while optional mix-ins like chopped nuts or chocolate chips add customizable decadence. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or as a quick breakfast the next day, this banana bread is a crowd-pleaser that’s soft, tender, and irresistibly satisfying. Simple to prepare in just 15 minutes and with a one-hour bake time, it’s the ultimate go-to recipe for transforming overripe bananas into something extraordinary. Bake a loaf today and savor the homemade goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 large ripe bananas
• 113 grams unsalted butter
• 150 grams granulated sugar
• 50 grams brown sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 210 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 50 grams chopped nuts (optional)
• 75 grams chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or cooking spray, and line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth.

Step 3

Melt the unsalted butter and add it to the mashed bananas. Stir until combined.

Step 4

Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the banana mixture. Whisk together until smooth and well combined.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.

Step 6

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the bread dense.

Step 7

Stir in the milk to loosen the batter slightly. If you're adding nuts or chocolate chips, gently fold them in at this point.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1204.2 grams (1204.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3582

Total Fat 159.90g	205%
Saturated Fat 76.60g	383%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 625mg	208%
Sodium 2655mg	115%
Total Carbohydrate 518.30g	188%
Dietary Fiber 25.30g	90%
Total Sugars 293.60g
Protein 52.10g	104%

Vitamin D 93IU	465%
Calcium 337mg	26%
Iron 18mg	100%
Potassium 2537mg	54%

*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: 38.7%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 55.7%