Banana Bread

Discover the sweet, comforting flavors of homemade banana bread with this classic recipe. Soft, moist, and filled with natural banana sweetness, this bread makes a perfect breakfast, snack, or dessert. Easy to prepare and delightful to share, it’s a timeless favorite for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 3 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1/3 cup melted butter
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• Pinch of salt
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven

   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

2. Mix Wet Ingredients

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed bananas with melted butter. Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until well blended.

3. Add Dry Ingredients

   Sprinkle baking soda and salt over the banana mixture. Gently fold in the flour until just combined. If using, fold in walnuts or chocolate chips. Avoid overmixing to keep the bread tender.

4. Bake the Bread

   Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 60–70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Check at 55 minutes and cover with foil if the top is browning too quickly.

5. Serve

   Let the bread cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve plain, or spread with butter or cream cheese.

Serving

Enjoy banana bread warm with coffee or tea, or wrap slices for a convenient on-the-go snack. The natural sweetness and moist texture make it a crowd-pleaser for family and friends.

This banana bread captures the cozy comfort of home baking, turning simple ingredients into a treat that’s both delicious and satisfying.