Banana Bread

A moist and flavorful banana bread that's perfect for using up overripe bananas. This easy-to-make recipe will have your kitchen smelling delightful and your family eager for a slice.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1 10

Total Time 1 25

Servings: 10 slices

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

3 pieces Ripe Bananas Use extremely ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum flavor and natural sweetness.
2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides the essential structure to your loaf.
1 teaspoon Baking Soda Acts as a leavening agent.
1 teaspoon Cinnamon Adds warmth and coziness.
0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg Enhances the spice blend.
0.5 teaspoon Salt Balances flavors.
2 pieces Eggs Binds the ingredients together.
0.5 cups Butter Adds richness; can be melted for easier mixing.
0.5 cups Nuts Add toasted nuts for a delightful crunch (optional).
0.5 cups Chocolate Chips For a sweeter twist, swap out the nuts for chocolate.

Method

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a bowl, mash the ripe bananas until creamy, leaving a few small lumps.
In a separate bowl, whisk the melted butter, eggs, and the mashed bananas until well combined.
In another bowl, mix the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt together until evenly blended.
Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, being careful not to overmix.
If desired, fold in the nuts or chocolate chips.
Grease a loaf pan and pour the batter into it, spreading it out evenly.

Baking

Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Let the banana bread cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Use overripe bananas for maximum sweetness. Don't overmix to keep the bread light and fluffy. Experiment with flavors by adding vanilla extract or lemon zest.