This classic banana bread recipe is a moist and flavorful treat, perfect for breakfast, snack, or dessert. The ripe bananas add sweetness and a unique flavor, while the warm spices create a comforting aroma.
Ingredients:
- 2 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions:
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Mix in dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Add bananas: Stir in the mashed bananas until evenly distributed.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Tips for the Best Banana Bread:
- Ripe bananas: Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness and flavor.
- Room temperature ingredients: Ensure that your butter, eggs, and milk are at room temperature for optimal creaming and mixing.
- Don’t overmix: Overmixing the batter can lead to a tough loaf. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Test for doneness: Insert a toothpick into the center of the loaf. If it comes out clean, the bread is done.
- Store properly: Store the cooled bread in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Enjoy this delicious homemade banana bread with a cup of coffee or tea.