Welcome to a delicious journey of baking! If you’re looking for a classic comfort food that never goes out of style, look no further than this scrumptious Classic Banana Bread. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert, this recipe will have your kitchen smelling heavenly. Let’s dive right in!
Classic Banana Bread
This classic banana bread is moist, flavorful, and incredibly easy to make. It’s a great way to use up those ripe bananas sitting on your counter, and once you try it, you may find yourself always keeping a few extra bananas around just for baking!
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup sugar (can adjust based on preference)
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 4x8 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth. Stir in the melted butter.
- Add in the baking soda and salt. Mix well.
- Stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until thoroughly combined.
- Finally, mix in the flour until just incorporated. Be careful not to overmix. If using, fold in the nuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. If the top starts to brown too quickly, cover it loosely with aluminum foil.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Enjoy your homemade Classic Banana Bread warm or at room temperature. It’s delightful on its own or spread with a little bit of butter. Happy baking!
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