Description
A delightful and comforting treat, this classic banana bread is perfect for any occasion. Its moist texture and rich flavor come from ripe bananas and butter, making it irresistible for breakfast or dessert. Whether you’re enjoying a cozy morning at home or sharing it with friends, this easy banana bread recipe will fill your kitchen with an inviting aroma that everyone loves. With the option to customize with chocolate chips or nuts, each loaf is a personal touch of sweetness that caters to all tastes.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup softened butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 beaten eggs
- 3 overripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- Optional: ¾ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips or nuts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
- Cream together the butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs and mashed bananas until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Stir in vanilla extract and optional add-ins if desired.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out almost clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 20 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg