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Easy Banana Bread

Easy Banana Bread That's Moist, Quick, and Irresistibly Tasty

A simple recipe for Easy Banana Bread that is quick to prepare and perfectly moist, ideal for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: MUFFINS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 3 medium ripe bananas use very ripe with brown spots
  • 1/3 cup melted butter unsalted, not too hot
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar can substitute with granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs or 1/2 cup applesauce for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure for best flavor
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda acts as leavening agent
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon optional for flavor
Optional Mix-Ins
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips can substitute with dried fruits

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Loaf pan
  • Fork
  • Spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl using a fork until mostly smooth.
  3. Stir in the melted butter, then add the brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract.
  4. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon in a separate bowl.
  5. Fold the dry ingredients gently into the wet mixture using a spatula.
  6. Add any optional mix-ins, like walnuts or chocolate chips.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Serve warm with butter for extra indulgence.

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