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Dorothy Thomas

Recipe for Banana Bread

A moist, flavorful, and easy-to-make Banana Bread that’s perfect for breakfast or as a snack. Packed with ripe bananas and a hint of cinnamon, this classic recipe is a crowd-pleaser!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 1 10
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • (~1.5 cups) 3 medium Ripe bananas (mashed)
  • 1 ½ cups All-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup Granulated sugar
  • (1 stick) ½ cup Unsalted butter (melted)
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 tsp Baking soda
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp Cinnamon (optional)
  • ½ tsp Salt
  • (walnuts) ½ cup Chopped nuts (optional)

Equipment

  • 9x5-inch loaf pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk or fork
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups/spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
  3. In a bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth (small lumps are okay).
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together melted butter and sugar.
  5. Add eggs, vanilla extract, and mashed bananas, mixing well.
  6. In a separate bowl, sift flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
  7. Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  8. Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan.
  9. Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  10. Let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  11. Slice and enjoy warm or at room temperature!

Notes

✔ Best with overripe bananas (brown spots = sweeter flavor).
✔ Add-ins: Chocolate chips, dried fruit, or a streusel topping for variation.
✔ Storage: Keep in an airtight container for 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.