Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mash 3 ripe bananas until smooth (small lumps are fine).
- In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar.
- Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Stir in the mashed bananas.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined (do not overmix).
- If adding nuts or chocolate chips, gently stir them in.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Slice and enjoy warm or at room temperature!
Notes
✔ Use overripe bananas (with brown spots) for the best sweetness and moisture.
✔ Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense loaf.
✔ Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temp for 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
✔ Freezing: Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 3 months.