Description
Classic Banana Bread is a timeless treat that fills your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of baked bananas, cinnamon, and vanilla. This easy, one-bowl recipe yields moist, golden slices that are perfect for breakfast or as a delightful afternoon snack. With the simple combination of ripe bananas and pantry staples, it’s a nostalgic dish that brings warmth and joy to every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until slightly chunky.
- Stir in melted butter, eggs, sugar, and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; do not overmix.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let cool before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg