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banana bread

BANANA BREAD RECIPE

This banana bread recipe is soft, moist, and packed with rich banana flavor in every bite.Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert when you want something cozy and homemade.Made with simple pantry ingredients and zero fancy baking skills required.A foolproof classic that turns overripe bananas into pure comfort.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast / Dessert / Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

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

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. Mash bananas in a large bowl until smooth with slight lumps.
  3. Mix in melted butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla until combined.
  4. Add baking soda, salt, and flour, then gently mix until just combined.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips or nuts if using.
  6. Pour batter into loaf pan and smooth the top evenly.
  7. Bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool for 10–15 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Use very ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and moisture.
Do not overmix the batter or the bread may turn dense.
Add chocolate chips for a richer, dessert-style version.
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature.

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