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Classic Banana Bread

A moist and flavorful banana bread perfect for breakfast or a snack. Easy to make with ripe bananas and simple ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Bananas
  • 2 to 3 pieces ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • Pinch salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan.
  2. Mix mashed bananas with melted butter.
  3. Add baking soda, salt, sugar, egg, and vanilla; mix well.
  4. Stir in flour until just combined.
  5. Pour batter into pan and bake for 50-60 minutes.
  6. Cool in pan 10 minutes, then transfer to wire rack.

Notes

Use ripe bananas for best flavor and sweetness.