Famous Banana Bread
Discover the magic of homemade comfort with this "Famous Banana Bread" recipe, a timeless classic that strikes the perfect balance between moist and fluffy. Made with three ripe bananas for natural sweetness and richness, this recipe is effortlessly simple yet irresistibly delicious. A touch of vanilla and optional chopped nuts elevate the flavors, while a foolproof combination of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, baking soda, and a hint of milk ensure perfect texture every time. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep and an hour of baking, this golden loaf is ideal for breakfast, dessert, or a midday snack. Serve it warm with a smear of butter or enjoy it plain—either way, this banana bread is sure to become a household favorite! Keywords: banana bread recipe, moist banana bread, classic banana bread, easy baking recipes, homemade banana bread.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pieces ripe bananas
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 2 pieces large eggs
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoons baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 cups milk
- 0.5 cups chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
Melt the butter and add it to the mashed bananas. Stir well to combine.
Mix in the sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
Stir in the milk to create a smooth batter. If using, fold in the chopped nuts.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove from the oven and let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
321 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.3 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.9 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 63 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 241 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.1 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 25 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 210 mg | 4% | |
*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.
