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ultimate banana bread

Ultimate Banana Bread: Deliciously Easy Recipe

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  • Author: Casey Mitchell
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Total Time: 70 minutes
  • Yield: 1 loaf 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Make the ultimate banana bread with this easy recipe. It’s a family favorite and perfect for fall comfort. This recipe is quick, simple, and sure to be a hit.


Ingredients

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  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas.
  3. Stir in the melted butter, sugar, and beaten egg.
  4. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
  7. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.
  8. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  9. Let cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use brown butter.
  • Add chocolate chips or nuts for extra texture and flavor.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 20g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg