Classic Banana Bread
A timeless recipe for classic banana bread, featuring ripe bananas and a perfect balance of sweetness and moisture. This easy-to-follow recipe yields a delicious and comforting loaf, perfect for breakfast, a snack, or dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-65 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes - 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 1 loaf (approximately 10-12 slices) 1x
- Category: Baked Goods
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup mashed ripe bananas (about 2–3 medium bananas)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add the mashed bananas to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix; a few lumps are okay.
- Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and spread evenly.
- Bake for 50-65 minutes, or until a wooden skewer or toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the banana bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting it onto a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- For best results, use very ripe bananas (with brown spots).
- Do not overmix the batter; overmixing can lead to a tough banana bread.
- You can add nuts (like walnuts or pecans) or chocolate chips for extra flavor and texture.
- Store leftover banana bread at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
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