Description
Old Fashioned Banana Bread is a timeless recipe that transforms those overripe bananas on your counter into a moist, flavorful loaf perfect for any occasion. With its tender crumb and delightful aroma, this banana bread serves as an ideal breakfast treat, afternoon snack, or comforting dessert. The simplicity of the ingredients means you can whip it up in no time, making it a go-to for busy days or family gatherings. Whether enjoyed plain, with butter, or topped with jam, this classic banana bread will surely become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium extra ripe bananas (mashed)
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup canola oil
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5 loaf pan with nonstick spray and parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas until smooth; mix in sugar until well combined.
- Stir in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract and canola oil.
- Sift together flour, baking soda, and salt; gently fold into the banana mixture until just combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg