The Best Banana Bread
Moist, tender, and bursting with nostalgic flavor, "The Best Banana Bread" is a classic recipe elevated with just the right touch of sweetness and spice. This easy-to-follow recipe takes 15 minutes to prep and features three large ripe bananas for a naturally rich flavor, a hint of cinnamon for warmth, and optional mix-ins like chopped walnuts or chocolate chips to customize your loaf. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack, this homemade banana bread bakes to perfection in about an hour, delivering a golden-brown crust and a soft, melt-in-your-mouth interior. Whether you're looking to use up overripe bananas or craving a timeless comfort food, this foolproof recipe is guaranteed to become a family favorite.
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Ingredients
- 3 large ripe bananas
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
Step 3
Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas until fully combined.
Step 4
Add the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the banana mixture and whisk until smooth.
Step 5
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
Step 6
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently with a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Do not overmix to avoid a dense banana bread.
Step 7
If using walnuts or chocolate chips, fold them into the batter.
Step 8
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
Step 10
Remove the banana bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1150.7 grams (1150.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3617 |
| Total Fat 189.40g | 243% |
| Saturated Fat 70.50g | 353% |
| Cholesterol 630mg | 210% |
| Sodium 2595mg | 113% |
| Total Carbohydrate 447.20g | 163% |
| Dietary Fiber 26.60g | 95% |
| Total Sugars 205.00g | |
| Protein 62.40g | 125% |
| Vitamin D 80IU | 400% |
| Calcium 241mg | 19% |
| Iron 18mg | 102% |
| Potassium 2400mg | 51% |
Source of Calories