Incredible Banana Bread
Experience the ultimate comfort bake with this *Incredible Banana Bread* recipe, a moist and flavorful treat that's perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Made with three ripe bananas, a touch of cinnamon, and the option to add crunchy walnuts or indulgent chocolate chips, this bread strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and texture. With a quick 15-minute prep time and no-fuss pantry staples like butter, flour, and sugar, it's a classic made simple for home bakers of all skill levels. Whether enjoyed warm straight out of the oven or as a grab-and-go snack, this easy banana bread is sure to become a family favorite. Try it today for a slice of delicious nostalgia!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 large ripe bananas
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon milk (optional)
- 0.5 cup chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and 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 in the microwave or on the stovetop, then stir it into the mashed bananas.
Add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the banana mixture. Whisk until fully combined.
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
If the batter seems very thick, fold in up to 1 tablespoon of milk to loosen it slightly.
Optional: Fold in the chopped walnuts or chocolate chips for added texture and flavor.
Pour the batter evenly into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Store leftover slices in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3324 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 141.2 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.0 g | 190% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 497 mg | 166% | |
| Sodium | 2023 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 482.1 g | 175% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.6 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 241.2 g | ||
| Protein | 62.9 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 277 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 18.4 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 2458 mg | 52% | |
*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.
