Classic Banana Loaf
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Classic Banana Loaf, a timeless recipe that transforms ripe bananas into a moist, tender, and richly aromatic treat. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack, this loaf combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract with the natural sweetness of mashed bananas to create a subtly sweet and satisfying bite. With minimal prep time, this easy-to-follow recipe starts with a buttery base, ensuring a delicate crumb, while a touch of baking soda guarantees a beautifully risen loaf. Whether served warm or at room temperature, this banana bread is the ultimate family favorite that's equally delicious plain or topped with a smear of butter. Keywords: banana loaf, classic banana bread, quick bread recipe, moist banana bread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 units ripe bananas, mashed
- 0.25 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or non-stick spray.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
In a large bowl, using an electric mixer or a wooden spoon, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add the eggs to the butter and sugar mixture, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Stir in the mashed bananas, milk, and vanilla extract into the wet mixture, mixing until well combined.
Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.
Remove the banana loaf from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
Turn the loaf out onto a wire rack and let it cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
382 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.7 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 79 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 301 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.5 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.1 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 24 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 215 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
