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Banana Bread

This moist and delicious banana bread recipe is perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, utilizing ripe bananas for a rich flavor and delightful aroma.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 medium ripe bananas Use very ripe, heavily speckled, or blackened
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Melted; can use neutral oil for dairy-free
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Can reduce by a third for less sweetness
  • 2 large eggs Essential for rise
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances flavor
  • 1.5 cups all-purpose flour Gluten-free flour can be used
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda For leavening
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Balances sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Infuses warmth
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg Adds aromatic touch
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans Optional for texture and flavor
  • 1 cup chocolate chips For a sweet twist
  • 1/2 cup dried fruit Like cranberries or coconut flakes
  • 1 cup extra nuts Variety enhances flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan with butter or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
  3. Stir in the melted butter until well combined.
  4. Add the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract, mixing well after each addition.
  5. In another bowl, sift together the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture, stirring until just combined.
  7. Fold in the walnuts or pecans, chocolate chips, dried fruit, or any extra nuts if you are using them.
  8. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Let the banana bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g

Notes

Enjoy your banana bread warm or at room temperature. Spread a little butter or cream cheese on top. Wrap tightly to store; lasts for up to 4 days at room temperature or freeze for up to 3 months.

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