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Best Banana Bread

This banana bread is fluffy, moist, and slightly sweet, making it the perfect comfort food for any time of day. Easy to prepare in just one bowl, it's a family-friendly recipe that uses simple ingredients you likely already have on hand.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 pieces ripe bananas Use very ripe bananas for the sweetest flavor.
  • 1/3 cup melted butter Unsalted butter can be swapped for coconut oil for a healthier twist.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • pinch salt
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1 large egg, beaten Can be replaced with flaxseed meal mixed with water for a vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour blend.
  • optional nuts or chocolate chips Fold in if desired.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 4x8 inch loaf pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.
  3. Stir in the melted butter.
  4. Mix in the baking soda and salt.
  5. Add the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
  6. Stir in the flour until just incorporated. Fold in nuts or chocolate chips if desired.
  7. Pour the batter into the greased loaf pan.
Baking
  1. Bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Let cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

Serve with coffee or milk. Cover and store at room temperature for 3-5 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for a week or freeze slices for up to 3 months.