Heavenly Banana Bread
Experience pure comfort with our Heavenly Banana Bread, a moist and flavorful treat that's perfect for any time of the day. Made with three perfectly ripe bananas, melted butter, and a touch of vanilla, this classic recipe offers a rich, inviting aroma with every bake. A hint of cinnamon elevates the flavor, while optional mix-ins like chopped nuts or chocolate chips add customizable decadence. Whether enjoyed fresh from the oven or as a quick breakfast the next day, this banana bread is a crowd-pleaser that’s soft, tender, and irresistibly satisfying. Simple to prepare in just 15 minutes and with a one-hour bake time, it’s the ultimate go-to recipe for transforming overripe bananas into something extraordinary. Bake a loaf today and savor the homemade goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large ripe bananas
- 113 grams unsalted butter
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 50 grams brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 210 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 50 grams chopped nuts (optional)
- 75 grams chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan with butter or cooking spray, and line the bottom with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork or potato masher until smooth.
Melt the unsalted butter and add it to the mashed bananas. Stir until combined.
Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the banana mixture. Whisk together until smooth and well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients using a spatula until just combined. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the bread dense.
Stir in the milk to loosen the batter slightly. If you're adding nuts or chocolate chips, gently fold them in at this point.
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 or with just a few moist crumbs.
Remove the loaf pan from the oven and let the banana bread cool for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and serve warm or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3582 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 159.9 g | 205% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.6 g | 383% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 625 mg | 208% | |
| Sodium | 2655 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 518.3 g | 188% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.3 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 293.6 g | ||
| Protein | 52.1 g | 104% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.3 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 337 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 18.0 mg | 100% | |
| Potassium | 2536 mg | 54% | |
*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.
