Description
Indulge in the warmth of homemade banana bread with this classic recipe that combines the natural sweetness of overripe bananas with a tender, moist crumb. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, this easy-to-make banana bread will delight family and friends alike. Customize it by adding chocolate chips or nuts for a personal touch. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or toasted with butter, this comforting treat is a must-try.
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 chocolate chips or nuts
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add in the beaten eggs and mashed bananas; mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until just mixed; do not overmix.
- Stir in vanilla extract and any optional add-ins like chocolate chips or nuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 55-65 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg