Banana Bread
This Banana Bread is moist, fluffy, and packed with rich banana flavor. Made with ripe bananas, warm spices, and a hint of vanilla, it’s the perfect treat for breakfast or an afternoon snack!
Servings 10 slices
Calories 220kcal
Cost $7
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk & spatula
- 9x5-inch loaf pan
- Wire rack
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas mashed
- ½ cup unsalted butter melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp cinnamon optional
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips optional
Instructions
Preheat & Prep:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line with parchment paper.
Mix Wet Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth.
- Stir in the melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract.
Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
Mix & Fold:
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in walnuts or chocolate chips, if using.
Bake to Perfection:
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool & Serve:
- Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Slice and enjoy!