Description
Transform overripe bananas into the most delicious, moist banana bread with this foolproof recipe. Simple ingredients, easy steps, and perfect results every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large ripe bananas (mashed)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan by greasing it thoroughly or lining it with parchment paper.
- 2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until mostly smooth, leaving some small lumps for texture.
- 3. Add the melted butter to the mashed bananas and stir until well combined.
- 4. Mix in the sugar, beaten eggs, and vanilla extract, whisking until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- 5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon to distribute the leavening agent evenly.
- 6. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the banana mixture using broad strokes, mixing just until no dry flour streaks remain.
- 7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- 8. Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean or with just a few moist crumbs.
- 9. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Store wrapped in plastic wrap at room temperature for up to 3 days, refrigerate for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 3 months. For best results, use very ripe bananas with brown spots. Add chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit for variations.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 245mg
- Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g