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Delicious banana bread loaf freshly baked and served with slices on a wooden board.

Banana Bread

A simple and delicious banana bread recipe that uses overripe bananas, perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 196
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor.
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Sprinkled over the mixture.
  • a pinch salt
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour Or use whole wheat flour for a healthier option.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
  3. Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas.
  4. Add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
  5. Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the mixture. Stir to combine.
  6. Add the flour and mix until just incorporated.
  7. Pour the batter into a greased 4x8 inch loaf pan.
Baking
  1. Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Let the bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 196kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 139mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

Banana bread is delicious served warm or at room temperature. You can slice it and enjoy it plain or spread a little butter on top for extra flavor. To store, keep at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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