Sweet Banana Bread
Indulge in the comforting sweetness of homemade **Sweet Banana Bread**, a moist and flavorful treat perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a midday snack. Made with three ripe bananas for natural sweetness and a hint of ground cinnamon for warmth, this classic quick bread strikes the perfect balance between rich and wholesome. The addition of optional chopped walnuts or chocolate chips adds a delightful textural element, making every bite irresistibly satisfying. Simple to prepare in just 15 minutes, this recipe keeps baking fuss-free while delivering bakery-quality results. Whether served warm with a pat of butter or enjoyed as-is, this banana bread is sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for using up overripe bananas, it’s a go-to recipe for home bakers seeking an easy and delicious treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pieces ripe bananas
- 150 grams granulated sugar
- 115 grams unsalted butter
- 2 pieces eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 190 grams all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 75 grams chopped walnuts or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and lightly 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 and slightly chunky.
Melt the unsalted butter and add it to the mashed bananas. Stir to combine.
Add the granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract to the banana mixture. Mix until smooth and well-combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Stir in the milk to loosen the batter and fold in the chopped walnuts or chocolate chips, if using.
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread it evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the banana bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
312 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.6 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 239 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.5 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.7 g | ||
| Protein | 5.0 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 22 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 194 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.
