Ingredients
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- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a standard loaf pan and set aside.
- In a bowl, mash ripe bananas until smooth.
- Mix melted butter, sugar, eggs, and vanilla in a separate bowl until well combined.
- Pour the mashed bananas into the wet mixture and stir thoroughly.
- In another bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture, stirring gently; fold in nuts or chocolate chips if desired.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack before slicing.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread tender.
- Add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips are optional but recommended for extra texture.
- Check doneness with a toothpick; it should come out clean.
- Cool before slicing to prevent breaking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60-70 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250 Kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg