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Loaf of classic moist banana bread fresh from the oven

Classic Moist Banana Bread

A simple and delicious recipe for moist banana bread using ripe bananas, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas Make sure they are very ripe for the best flavor.
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar Adjust according to taste.
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Can substitute with whole wheat or gluten-free flour.
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips Optional add-in.

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 in the melted butter.
  4. Mix in the baking soda and salt.
  5. Add sugar, egg, and vanilla extract, and mix well.
  6. Finally, mix in the flour until just incorporated.
  7. If using, fold in nuts or chocolate chips.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
  2. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  3. Let cool before slicing.

Nutrition

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

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days, or wrap in plastic and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

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