Description
Classic Banana Bread is a beloved treat that perfectly balances sweetness and moisture, making it ideal for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Made with overripe bananas, this easy-to-follow recipe fills your kitchen with an inviting aroma as it bakes. Each slice boasts a tender crumb that can be enjoyed plain or dressed up with your favorite spreads. The versatility of this banana bread allows for endless variations—add chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruits to customize each loaf to your taste. Whether you enjoy it fresh out of the oven or toasted the next day, Classic Banana Bread is sure to warm your heart and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 medium overripe bananas
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, mash the overripe bananas until smooth.
- Combine melted butter, egg, and sugar into the mashed bananas until well mixed.
- Gradually sift in flour, baking soda, and salt; mix gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Bake for approximately 60 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow cooling before slicing.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for optimal sweetness.
- Avoid overmixing to maintain a fluffy texture.
- Experiment by adding nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 196
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg