Perfect Banana Bread
This delicious and moist banana bread is made with ripe bananas, melted butter, and simple ingredients, creating a comforting treat that’s perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 pieces ripe bananas The riper the bananas, the sweeter and moister your bread will be.
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps the banana bread rise.
- 1 pinch salt Enhances flavors.
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg, beaten Adds moisture and richness.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds flavor.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 4x8 inch loaf pan by greasing it or lining it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
- Stir in the melted butter into the mashed bananas. Then, mix in the beaten egg, sugar, and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, mix the baking soda and salt with the flour.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
Baking
- Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cooling
- Once out of the oven, let the banana bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Consider adding nuts, chocolate chips, or dried fruits for variations. Make sure to avoid using fresh bananas as they won't provide the necessary moisture and sweetness. Use aluminum foil if the top is browning too fast while baking.