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Loaf of freshly baked easy banana bread on a wooden table

Easy Banana Bread

A warm, buttery, and sweet banana bread recipe that's perfect for comfort food lovers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas Use definitely-not-green bananas
  • 1/3 cup melted butter Can microwave unless trying to impress
  • 1 cup sugar Adjust sweetness to preference
  • 1 large egg, beaten Ensures good binding
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Double the vanilla equals double the happiness
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Makes everything rise
  • a pinch salt Enhances flavor
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Name-brand is preferred for best results

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mash the ripe bananas in a bowl until smooth but a bit chunky.
  3. Fold in the melted butter.
  4. Add sugar, then whisk in the beaten egg and vanilla extract.
Mixing
  1. Sprinkle baking soda and a pinch of salt over the mixture and stir well.
  2. Gently mix in the flour until just combined.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
  2. Bake for 60-65 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick.
  3. Let it cool before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

For variations, consider adding nuts, chocolate chips, or making them vegan by swapping certain ingredients.