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Banana Bread

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Banana Bread is a moist, tender quick bread made with ripe bananas and pantry staples. It’s a comforting and versatile treat perfect for breakfast, snacking, or dessert.

Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, mashed
  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (optional)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup melted butter or vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, pecans, or chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a 9×5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Add melted butter or oil, eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar (if using), and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon (if using).
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the banana mixture. Stir until just combined; do not overmix.
  6. Fold in any optional mix-ins such as chopped nuts or chocolate chips.
  7. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
  8. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  9. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  • Use very ripe bananas with lots of brown spots for the best flavor.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the bread soft and tender.
  • Let the banana bread cool fully before slicing for clean cuts.
  • Add-ins like nuts or chocolate chips enhance texture and flavor.

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