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Baked banana bread

The Best Banana Bread Recipe

Banana bread is one of those classic recipes that never goes out of style. It’s easy to make, requires only a few basic ingredients, and always turns out moist and delicious. Plus, it’s a great way to avoid food waste—those bananas that look too mushy to eat are actually perfect for baking!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 10 servings
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Fork or potato masher
  • Whisk or spoon
  • Spatula
  • Loaf pan (9x5 inches)
  • Non-stick spray or butter
  • Toothpick

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients:

  • 3 ripe bananas mashed
  • ½ cup 1 stick butter, melted
  • ¾ cup sugar brown or white
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon optional, but recommended

Optional Mix-Ins:

  • ½ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
  • ½ cup chocolate chips

Instructions
 

Step 1: Preheat the Oven

  • Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking.

Step 2: Mash the Bananas

  • In a small bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth. A few small lumps are okay!

Step 3: Mix the Wet Ingredients

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until combined. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well. Stir in the mashed bananas.

Step 4: Add the Dry Ingredients

  • In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix!

Step 5: Add Mix-Ins (Optional)

  • If using nuts or chocolate chips, fold them in with a spatula.

Step 6: Bake the Bread

  • Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7: Cool and Enjoy!

  • Let the banana bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!

Notes

Nutritional Value (Per Slice)

  • Calories: ~200–220 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: ~30g
  • Protein: ~3g
  • Fat: ~9g
  • Sugar: ~14g
  • Fiber: ~1.5g
Note: If you add nuts or chocolate chips, the calorie count will be slightly higher. Want a lighter version? Reduce the sugar or swap for a natural sweetener like honey!
 
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Nutrition Disclaimer:
The nutritional information on this website is only an estimate and is provided for convenience and as a courtesy only. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed. It should not be used as a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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