Banana bread is a timeless comfort food, perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert. Making it doesn’t have to be complicated. Here’s an easy, foolproof recipe for delicious banana bread that anyone can make.
Ingredients:
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups of all-purpose flour
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). With a little butter or cooking spray, lightly grease a 4×8-inch loaf pan.
- Mash Bananas: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until completely smooth.
- Mix Ingredients: Stir the melted butter into the mashed bananas. Mix in the baking soda and salt. Then, stir in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Gently blend in the flour.
- Bake: Pour the batter into your prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50 minutes to 1 hour at 350°F (175°C), or until a tester inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
This banana bread is delightfully simple yet irresistibly delicious. It’s moist, full of flavor, and perfect for using up those overripe bananas. Serve it as is, or with a smear of butter or a drizzle of honey for an extra treat. Enjoy your homemade banana bread with a cup of tea or coffee!
