Easy Banana Bread
150kcal
Ingredients
For the Banana Bread
- 3 medium ripe bananas mashed
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 large egg beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda sifted
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour sifted
Method
Prepare the Oven and Pan
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures that the banana bread cooks evenly and rises properly.
- Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray to prevent the bread from sticking.
Mix Wet Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Ripe bananas are sweeter and provide better flavor.
- Stir in the melted butter until well combined. The butter adds moisture and richness to the bread.
- Add the beaten egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
Combine Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the baking soda, salt, and flour. This helps to evenly distribute the leavening agent.
Combine Mixtures
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the bread tough.
- Fold in the granulated sugar until evenly distributed.
Bake the Banana Bread
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This ensures that the bread is fully cooked.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
Serving1sliceCalories150kcalCarbohydrates24gProtein2gFat6gSaturated Fat4gPolyunsaturated Fat0.5gMonounsaturated Fat3gCholesterol25mgSodium150mgPotassium150mgFiber1gSugar10gVitamin A200IUVitamin C3mgCalcium10mgIron0.5mg
Notes
For best results, use overripe bananas with brown spots. You can also add nuts or chocolate chips for extra flavor.