This moist and flavorful banana bread is perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert. With its rich banana flavor and soft texture, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s simple to make!
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 3/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- Optional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth. Stir in the melted butter, followed by the sugar, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Sprinkle the baking soda and salt over the banana mixture and mix. Gradually fold in the flour until fully combined. If using nuts or chocolate chips, fold them into the batter.
- Pour into Pan: Transfer the batter into the prepared loaf pan, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake: Bake for 60–65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool & Serve: Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and enjoy!