Description
Indulge in the World’s Best Banana Bread, a delightful loaf bursting with the rich flavor of ripe bananas, complemented by warm spices and a buttery aroma. This easy-to-make recipe yields an incredibly moist banana bread that’s perfect for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a sweet treat at any time. With the option to customize with nuts or chocolate chips, this version caters to every palate. Whether served warm with butter or paired with yogurt and fresh fruit, this banana bread will quickly become a favorite in your home. Get ready to experience a comforting baked good that fills your kitchen with warmth and invites everyone to gather around.
Ingredients
- 3 to 4 ripe bananas, mashed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 and 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
- In a large bowl, mash ripe bananas until smooth.
- Stir in melted butter, followed by sugar, eggs (one at a time), and vanilla until blended.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Gradually fold dry ingredients into the banana mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- If desired, gently incorporate chopped nuts.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55 to 65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg