Moist Banana Bread
A simple yet flavorful banana bread recipe perfect for using overripe bananas, great for breakfast or as a snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 75 minutes
- Yield: 8 slices
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas
- 1/3 cup melted unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- Mash the ripe bananas in a large mixing bowl until smooth.
- Mix in the melted butter, baking soda, and salt.
- Add sugar, egg, and vanilla to the mixture, stirring until combined.
- Incorporate the flour gently until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 60-65 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool the banana bread in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding walnuts, pecans, or chocolate chips.