Description
Indulge in the warmth of a freshly baked Classic Banana Bread Recipe that turns overripe bananas into a moist, flavorful loaf. This timeless treat is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly versatile, allowing you to add chocolate chips or nuts for an extra twist. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this banana bread is sure to impress anyone who takes a bite. With its delightful aroma and rich taste, it’s the ideal choice for cozy gatherings or a simple afternoon pick-me-up. Let this recipe become your go-to comfort food that brings smiles to your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup butter, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 3 medium-large overripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- Optional: ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or nuts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- Cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the eggs and mashed bananas until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just mixed.
- Stir in vanilla extract and optional add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes until a toothpick comes out almost clean.
- Cool on a wire rack before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg